Books in Masterminds series

"A terrific page-turner, full of unexpected twists and revelations. Buckle up."—James PattersonThe first book in a new action-packed series from New York Times bestselling author Gordon Korman is perfect for young fans of James Patterson and John Grisham. Eli Frieden lives in the most perfect town in the world: Serenity, New Mexico. Honesty and integrity are valued above all else. The thirty kids who live there never lie—they know it’s a short leap from that to the awful problems of other, less fortunate places.Eli has never left Serenity . . . why would he ever want to? Then one day, he bikes to the edge of the city limits and something so crazy and unexpected happens, it changes everything. Eli convinces his friends to help him investigate further, and soon it becomes clear that nothing is as it seems in Serenity. The clues mount to reveal a shocking discovery, connecting their ideal crime-free community to some of the greatest criminal masterminds ever known. The kids realize they can trust no one—least of all their own parents.

The second book in the acclaimed, action-packed series from New York Times bestselling author Gordon KormanThe clones of Project Osiris are free—but they’re being hunted. . . . After their narrow escape from their “perfect” hometown, Eli, Tori, Amber and Malik are finally in the real world and determined to expose the leaders of Serenity. They decide to track down Tamara Dunleavy, the mysterious billionaire and founder of Project Osiris. Evading capture by breaking laws and sneaking into houses, hotels, buses and cars—are they becoming the criminals they were destined to be?What they discover will change everything, leading them straight into the Plastic Works and the heart of the experiment, in order to uncover the deadly criminals they’re cloned from—and any evidence that will convince the outside world to believe the truth. But the outside world isn’t exactly what they expected—strangers aren’t just unfriendly, they’re dangerous. And the wrong move could send them right back into the arms of Dr. Hammerstrom—and trapped in Serenity for good.On a breakneck journey from Jackson Hole to a maximum security prison—Eli, Tori, Amber and Malik will stop at nothing to take Project Osiris down.

FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. The clones of Project Osiris are free-but they're being hunted. . . . After their narrow escape from their ""perfect"" hometown, Eli, Tori, Amber, and Malik are finally in the real world and determined to expose the leaders of Serenity. They decide to track down Tamara Dunleavy, the mysterious billionaire and founder of Project Osiris. Evading capture by breaking laws and sneaking into houses, hotels, buses, and cars-are they becoming the criminals they were destined to be? What they discover will change everything, leading them straight into the Plastic Works and the heart of the experiment, in order to uncover the deadly criminals they're cloned from-and any evidence that will convince the outside world to believe the truth. But the outside world isn't exactly what they expected-strangers aren't just unfriendly, they're dangerous. And the wrong move could send them right back into the arms of Dr. Hammerstrom-and trapped in Serenity for good. On a breakneck journey from Jackson Hole to a maximum security prison-Eli, Tori, Amber, and Malik will stop at nothing to take Project Osiris down.

"A terrific page-turner, full of unexpected twists and revelations. Buckle up."—James PattersonThe first book in a new action-packed series from New York Times bestselling author Gordon Korman is perfect for young fans of James Patterson and John Grisham. Eli Frieden lives in the most perfect town in the world: Serenity, New Mexico. Honesty and integrity are valued above all else. The thirty kids who live there never lie—they know it’s a short leap from that to the awful problems of other, less fortunate places.Eli has never left Serenity . . . why would he ever want to? Then one day, he bikes to the edge of the city limits and something so crazy and unexpected happens, it changes everything. Eli convinces his friends to help him investigate further, and soon it becomes clear that nothing is as it seems in Serenity. The clues mount to reveal a shocking discovery, connecting their ideal crime-free community to some of the greatest criminal masterminds ever known. The kids realize they can trust no one—least of all their own parents.

Math Mastermind Grade 1 reinforces math skills and enables first-graders to apply math concepts through simple, engaging exercises. By following shape designs, constructing with blocks, and playing card number games, children learn to count whole numbers and recognize basic geometric shapes. The activities use such tools as dominoes, spinners, and cubes — all included in the kit — to teach skills in the areas of observation, logical thinking, fine motor and eye-hand coordination, and problem solving. Math Mastermind Grade 1 helps early learners develop a positive attitude toward math while enjoying a fun educational experience. This all-inclusive kit includes a 52-page workbook, a 32-page activity book, a 12-page parent manual, a CDROM with activities, math games, and a variety of components to reinforce the mathematical skills a first-grader needs to know.

Making mathematics palatable to kindergarteners is especially important, paving the way for confident and skilled problem solving and abstract thought. Math Mastermind Kindergarten gets young readers off to the proper start by making the process fun. This combination of workbook, activity book, parent's manual, and CDROM with games and activities teaches such skills as sorting, grouping, learning numbers, understanding time, and discerning patterns. Math Mastermind Kindergarten promotes parental involvement with the learning process, with suggested questions parents can ask their children. Workbook sheets let children color, draw the various objects, fill in speech balloons, and more.

Math Mastermind Grade 2 provides everything second-graders need to learn about this subject while they play. The kit combines extensive workbook exercises with intriguing components such as counting cubes, tangram shapes and cards, a clock, and play money. The kit includes a 52-page workbook, 32-page activity book, 16-page parents’ manual, and a CDROM packed with extra math activities and templates. Hands-on experiments make concepts such as addition, subtraction, counting money, and telling time fun!

The activities in this collection can be used in a variety of ways...in conjunction with reading a particular novel aloud to your students...in cooperative learning groups...in learning centers...and as individual students activities when the novel is being used as the focus of the reading instruction ~ Includes specific learning activities for the following books: Island of the Blue Dolphins, by Scott O'Dell ~ Bridge to Terabithia, by Katherine Paterson ~ The Whipping Boy, by Sid Fleischman ~ Charley Skedaddle, by Patricia Beatty ~ Number the Stars, by Lois Lowry. Also includes book reports for 21 Newberry and Newberry Honor Award Books.

[Children's Fiction (Ages 8-12)]The thrilling finale to the New York Times bestselling Masterminds series from middle grade star author Gordon Korman. Perfect for fans of Rick Riordan and James Patterson. After a serious betrayal from one of their former friends, the clones of Project Osiris are on the run again. Now separated into pairs, Eli and Tori and Amber and Malik are fighting to survive in the real world. Amber and Malik track down the one person they think can help them prove the existence of Project Osiris, notorious mob boss Gus Alabaster, also known as Malik's DNA donor. But as Malik gets pulled into the criminal world -- tantalized by hints of a real family -- his actions put him and Amber into greater danger. Eli and Tori get sucked into even bigger conspiracies as they hunt down Project Osiris' most closely guarded secrets -- who does Eli's DNA come from? With a surprising new ally and another cross-country adventure, the four will have to work together to overcome the worst parts of themselves if they are going to end Project Osiris once and for all.

The first book in a thrilling new series from bestselling (non-criminal) mastermind Gordon Korman.Eli Frieden lives in the most perfect town in the world: Serenity, New Mexico. In this idyllic place, every lawn is perfectly manicured and everyone has a pool and a treehouse. Honesty and integrity are valued above all else in Serenity. The thirty kids who live there never lie-they know it's a short leap from lying to the awful problems of other less fortunate places.Eli has never left Serenity. Why would he want to? Then one day he cycles to the city limits, and something so crazy and unexpected happens, it changes everything. Eli convinces his friends to help him investigate further, and soon it becomes clear that nothing is as it seems in Serenity. The clues mount to reveal a shocking secret that connects their ideal, crime-free community to some of the greatest criminal masterminds ever known. The kids realize they can trust no one-least of all their own parents. So they hatch a plan for what could be the greatest breakout in history. But will they survive? And if they do, where will they go from there?