To celebrate the release of Explorer Academy: The Double Helix by Trudi Trueit on September 24th, blogs across the web are featuring special content from the world of the Explorer Academy, as well as 5 chances to win an Explorer Academy Prize Pack!
Space: Archaeology’s Big Leap
Explorer Academy: The Double Helix, introduces readers to a groundbreaking technology that’s being used in the world of exploration: SPACE ARCHAEOLOGY. Although it may sound like something straight out of science fiction, it is already very real! Here’s how it works: While the human eye can only see light on the visible spectrum, satellites use different kinds of sensors to see infrared light, UV light, and microwaves. Microwaves allow scientists to penetrate through exterior barriers, like forests, to see underground. (HINT: This is especially helpful when searching for ancient ruins.)
In the book, Cruz Coronado and his classmates are able to access high-tech images from space satellites--while on their computers in the classroom--to zero in on areas of interest in far-flung locations. Their research inspires them to follow the evidence, which leads the young explorers on an archaeological dig in an exotic and remote place.
The real-life inspiration for introducing kids to space archaeology is Sarah Parcak, a former National Geographic Fellow and one of the leading experts in this emerging field. As the winner of the 2016 TED Prize, Parcak founded Global Xplorer, an online crowdsourcing platform that allows “citizen scientists” of all ages to become space archaeologists. All you need is curiosity, a computer, and online access to participate in site conservation projects around the globe. Check out this video to discover more.
So, does Cruz lead Team Cousteau on a wild goose chase or do the explorers uncover something truly significant? Find out in the third book in the exciting Explorer Academy series!
Rebecca Baines
Explorer Academy editor
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Blog Tour Schedule:
September 23rd - YA and Kids Books Central
September 24th - Java John Z's
September 25th - Always in the Middle
September 26th - From the Mixed Up Files
September 27th - BookhoundsYA
September 24th - Java John Z's
September 25th - Always in the Middle
September 26th - From the Mixed Up Files
September 27th - BookhoundsYA
“A fun, exciting and action-packed ride that kids will love.”
—J.J. Abrams, director of Star Trek, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Lost and Alias
"Explorer Academy is sure to awaken readers’ inner adventurer and curiosity about the world around them."
—LeVar Burton, host of “Reading Rainbow”and “LeVar Burton Reads”
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The mystery deepens and the action intensifies for 12-year-old Cruz Coronado and friends in the exciting third book in the Explorer Academy series.
The adventure continues for Cruz, Emmett, Sailor, and Bryndis as they continue their studies at sea and travel to exotic locations around the world. A mysterious person alerts Cruz to impending danger while he and a few trusted pals explore ancient ruins in Petra, Jordan, and search for another piece of the puzzle his mother left behind. Worst of all, now his father has gone missing, which prompts Aunt Marisol, his number one protector, to leave the ship in search of him. Who is the new professor who takes her place? How does the new technology he introduces help or hurt Cruz's quest? Why is Nebula determined to stop Cruz before he turns 13? The clock is ticking as his first teen birthday draws near ... a milestone that will change his life forever, one way or another.

About the Author: Author Trudi Trueit is a gifted storyteller for middle-grade audiences. She has written more than 100 books for young readers, both fiction and nonfiction, including The Sister Solution, Stealing Popular and the Secrets of a Lab Rat series. Trueit lives in Everett, Washington.
GIVEAWAY
- One (1) winner will receive SIGNED copies of Explorer Academy books 1-3, Explorer Academy Codebreaking Activity Adventure, an ADVANCE copy of Explorer Academy Ultimate Activity Challenge (not otherwise available to the public until November!), an Explorer Academy pin, baseball cap, bag, digital watch, bookmark, and a $50 Visa Gift Card!
- US/Canada only
- Ends 10/4 at midnight ET
Explorer Academy Recruitment Day — October 10, 2019
10/10, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
PUBLIC EVENT with Nat Geo Explorer Rae Wynn Grant
HOORAY FOR BOOKS
1555 KIng Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Event details: Presentation, Q&A, and signing of posters
10/10, 7:00 pm
PUBLIC EVENT with Nat Geo Explorer Jennifer W. Lopez
CHILDREN’S BOOK WORLD
17 Haverford Station Road
Haverford, PA 19041
Event details: Presentation, Q&A, and signing of posters
10/12, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
PUBLIC EVENT with Explorer Academy author Trudi Trueit
BRICK & MORTAR BOOKS
7430 164th Ave NE
Redmond, WA 98052
Event details: Presentation, Q&A, and signing
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ReplyDeleteI would go to the beach or forest! -sandra preti
ReplyDeleteI've already been around the world as a trailing spouse, the BEST places are the developing countries, they never fail to humble my ego and make me appreciate things so much more. So my next dream adventure would be to get to take my daughter to all the places I was lucky enough to see.
ReplyDeleteIt would be wonderful to explore Canadian areas. The Ontario Georgian Bay and Manitoulin Island.
ReplyDeleteI'd like go exploring with our 8 year old - Kyla! She would love these books!
ReplyDeleteI would love to explore the ocean.
ReplyDeleteI would love to go exploring in Hawaii.
ReplyDeleteI hope to one day explore Egypt with my sisters. We have always wanted to plan a trip together!
ReplyDeleteI would like to go exploring anywhere there are waterfalls.
ReplyDeletei like to go to the ocean!
ReplyDeleteI want to explore the continent of Australia.
ReplyDeleteI would really enjoy exploring the countryside of Italy.
ReplyDeleteI'd like to explore Egypt for the sites and Australia for the scenery.
ReplyDeleteThe Azores islands
ReplyDeleteI would like to explore Canada.
ReplyDeleteI would love to explore New Zealand!
ReplyDeleteAustralia sounds like fun and adventure!
ReplyDeletei would love to explore Ireland or New Zealand.
ReplyDeleteI would like to explore Italy
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