We are thrilled to bring to you the sixth edition of ‘Sense N’ Science’, the science magazine of Ahmedabad International School. Come join us for a trip across space and time as we launch into this exciting topic in the July 2021 edition.
This magazine is a result of the collective efforts of students and their teachers. Click the link below to see what our students have come up with!
P.S. For a magazine like reading experience we recommend viewing it as a PDF and selecting the two pages viewing option. Happy reading!
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Nicknamed Bat, Bixby Alexander Tam finds life to be full of surprises, both pleasant and not-so-good. This endearing story about Bat’s desire to adopt a baby skunk as a pet will both enthral and amuse young middle grade readers. Written by acclaimed children’s author
The first of a series of bestselling children’s graphic novels, Dog Man is all about a crime-biting canine superhero who is part-dog and part-man. the attractive comic-book format and hilarious story will keep readers hooked from start to finish. Dan Pilkey is the renowned creator of the hugely successful Captain Underpants series and Dog Man will be particularly appreciated by young readers who enjoy superhero and animal themed tales. 
The first in a series of enthralling science fiction for children aged six to nine, this is the story of Brandon Black and his super powered quantum colouring book. Full of quirky characters and vivid descriptions, this book is the ideal combination of funny, fast paced and imaginative -sure to engage newly independent readers. The suspenseful ending will leave children eager for the next book in the series. 
The latest offering from New York Times Bestselling author Holly Goldberg Sloan, Short is the endearing story of Julia, a preteen who is embarrassed about her lack of stature but slowly comes into her own while taking part in a local theatre production. A classic breezy summer read, this novel is the perfect mix of relatable, funny and moving. Julia is easy to connect with and her story is one that children of all ages and even adults can enjoy.
It is Earth year 2213 but there is no Earth anymore and humans have fled to Mars, a temporary sojourn before they embark on a one-hundred-fifty-year-long journey to a distant star that is a potential new home. The protagonist is Liam Saunders-Chang, the son of two scientists who have been racing against time to create technology vital to humanity’s survival, Liam and his friend Phoebe are going to be on the very last starliner to depart before Mars, like Earth before it, is destroyed. This brilliant work of science fiction will transport the reader away from the limbo of summer to a fascinating future that can very easily be imagined within the realm of possibility. 
Thirteen year old Valor is true to her name, conniving to help break her twin sister out of a prison that nobody has managed to escape in three hundred years.. Set in a unique and brilliantly crafted world, this fantasy adventure is a warm hearted tale of courage and sisterhood that will appeal to both preteens and young adults. Releasing April 2017, this debut novel book has garnered several five star early reviews on Goodreads. 
This beautiful debut novel starts off with the unanswerable question: what becomes of who you were before if you unwittingly do something tragic and irrevocable that divides your life forever into two parts? Ethan is a deep and multi-dimensional protagonist, as is Coralee, the new friend he makes upon moving from bustling Boston to a small town in Georgia. The plot immediately captivates the reader, embarking on a journey of healing from guilt and grief, growing up and coming of age. First-time author Standish has crafted a winning story that will have readers rooting for Ethan the whole way through.
Told from four intertwining points of view, this is a novel about unexpected friendships and finding your inner hero. The suspenseful narrative is infused with humour and hope, while the diverse cast of protagonists are plucky and compelling. Acclaimed Filipino-American author Erin Entrada Kelly has crafted a deeply engaging story that tackles issues of bullying and self-acceptance in a witty, poised manner that young readers will easily connect with.
From the multiple award-winning author of Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe comes this profoundly moving story about high school senior Sal and his journey of self discovery. Encompassing themes of love, social responsibility, death and redemption, this book will have you smiling in amusement as you ponder the larger universal questions of belonging.
Touted as a modern day retelling of Charlotte Bronte’s classic Jane Eyre, this novel follows the story of Janie Mason, a surfer girl from Hawaii who is forced to move to San Francisco and build a new life with the elite Rochester family. Releasing April 2017, Unearthly Things is e must-read for fans of both Bronte and Gagnon, who is the bestselling author of several thrillers for both teens and adults. 
Featuring a series of epistolary exchanges between bereaved Juliet Young and notorious Declan Murphy,, Letters to the Lost explores how pain and suffering can shift and shape personal identity. This story about finding friendship in the most unlikeliest of circumstances will convince you that the world is a less lonelier place than it so often seems. And even in it’s most dismal phases, life can still be meaningful. Releasing April 4 2017, this book has garnered several five star early reviews on 
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Another May 2017 release, Cold Summer is the story of nineteen year old Kale Jackson who has spent years trying to control his ability to arbitrarily time travel back to World War II. Exploring the complexities of family relationships, friendship, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, this novel is highly anticipated for its intriguing plot and the fresh voice of debut novelist Gwen Cole. The book has garnered much appreciation from beta readers on 
