Stemville: The Fast Lane

Ben Newman

Book cover for Stemville: The Fast Lane
Book cover for Stemville: The Fast Lane

Stemville: The Fast Lane

Stemville: The Fast Lane

Ben Newman

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Description

The annual Big Race has arrived in STEMville!

Gather around the track to watch the town's contestants compete to become this year's champion. Frankie Thunderfoot comes from a family of confident trophy winners, while Wilbur Hardshell's race team are slow, steady and mathematical in their approach. When Frankie's need for speed causes her to crash, Wilbur must decide whether he should forfeit his position to help her or secure first place for himself. Learn all about how race cars are built and how they work, from acceleration to g-force and quick-fire pit stops.

About the Author

Ben Newman has produced work for a large range of clients, including the Tate Modern, New York Times, BBC Radio 4, Apple, Google and The New Yorker. Ben co-created the Professor Astro Cat children's books with his long time friend and scientist, Dr Dominic Walliman, which are published by Flying Eye Books and have been translated into 24 other languages.

Critical Reviews

Featured in Publisher's Weekly, Spring Children's Previews 2025

Featured in CBC's Hot Off The Press Reading List, March 2025

Featured in CBC's Spring 2025 Showcase: Things That Go! Reading List

"I love how kids can follow along with the race while gaining STEM knowledge on a topic that's not usually covered in school. [...] An engrossing lap read for car-oriented youngsters; a good book to browse for early grade readers."
-- Stephanie Tournas, Youth Services Book Review

Publishing Information

Publisher: Nobrow Press
Pub date: 2025-03-04
Length: 48 pages

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