Stella Brite and the Dark Matter Mystery

Stella Brite is a young and curious girl who, along with her brother Max, find themselves embarking on an astrophysics detective adventure as they search for mysterious dark matter that holds the universe together. Just what is dark matter and how does it work are the questions they seek answers to. An expert science writer for children, Sara Latta has developed a superb approach to teaching young readers ages 7 to 10 about an astronomical phenomena is a way that is every bit as entertaining as it is informed and informative. Young readers will, by using Max's handy notes, understand the clues about dark matter's identity, along with WIMPS, MACHOs, gravity, and so much more! 'Backmatter' includes a history of the scientific hunt for dark matter along with suggested websites for children to pursue for further study. Also available in a hardcover edition and a strongly recommended addition to school and community library collections, Meredith Johnson's full-color illustrations are ideally suited to Sara Latta's engaging story of two children setting out to solve one of the mysteries of the universe.

This book was a fascinating read for my children and a great way to promote discussions of the weighter issues about space. I highly recommend this book!

This entertainingly written and charmingly illustrated book is full of accurate information from the cutting edge of science, delivered in a straightforward and clear way. The mayor's dog goes missing and Stella Brite is ready to take on the case. But before she can even start, a much more interesting case comes up: most of the matter in the universe is missing! Not misplaced, mind you, but dark so it can't be seen like the stars can. Readers are taken along for the ride as Stella and her side kick try to find the missing matter. It's real science! Kids will love the story and learn something at the same time.