THE ACADIA FILES is a STEAM series that uses stories to make scientific inquiry relatable. Written by Katie Coppens, an award-winning middle-school teacher who is a columnist for Science Scope (the magazine of the National Science Teachers Association), the books are Illustrated by Holly Hatam, the NYT best-selling illustrator of Dear Girl.

Acadia Greene investigates meteors and mass extinctions; germination and pollinators; parasites, ticks, and Lyme disease; and pesticides and malaria. And, looking back through her notebooks, she puts together her scientific inquiries from all four seasons into a holistic understanding of the natural world.

Join author Katie Coppens as she reads aloud about searching for signs of spring - and discover a great outdoor activity for your young science and nature enthusiasts! https://youtu.be/UMEv4uVcG4k

KATIE COPPENS lives in Freeport, Maine, with her husband and two children. She is an award-winning middle-school teacher of science and language arts, and her books include a teacher’s guide for the National Science Teachers Association entitled Creative Writing in Science.

Children’s book illustrator and graphic designer HOLLY HATAM loves to combine line drawings, photography, and texture to create illustrations that pack energy and personality. Her picture books include What Matters (SONWA children’s awards honorable mention), Bear is Not Scared, The Boy in the Box, and the forthcoming picture book series Maxine the Maker (Dial, 2018).

“An excellent series that will help its audience look at the worId in a new way.” — Foreword Reviews

“Accessible and approachable, a useful tool for science learning.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Outstanding series. Unreservedly recommended.” — Midwest Book Reviews

“If you are looking for an educational fun book, this is the book for you.” — Kids Book Buzz (starred review)

“Perfect for children who enjoy science but do not want something too technical.” — Youth Services Book Review (starred review)

Acadia Files: Book Four, Spring Science, The