THE SHOCKLOSERS SURVIVE THE SANTA SLAMMER

Super Science Showcase Christmas Stories 2021

2021 | 57 pages | Short Junior Novel | Ages 9 - 14 | STEM Topics

Written by Lee Fanning | Illustrated by Alejandro Fernandez

Ryan just isn’t in the mood for this year’s school Christmas festival, and his anti-Christmas behavior has landed him in the “Santa Slammer.” This is all much to the chagrin of his friend Thomas, who must defend him in a festive mock trial. If they lose, it’s detention for Ryan for the rest of the festival. Can Thomas pull out a miracle?

This exciting adventure also includes real science facts and a bonus activities section!

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ABOUT THE HEROES

An archaeologist with a mysterious past and his by-the-book assistant seek out archaeological finds that seem paranormal in nature.

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THIS ADVENTURE STARS

THE CANON

Every story in order.

1| The Believer

EPISODE

Archaeologist John Patton Jr., who specializes in examining the unknown, travels down to Mexico to confirm - or debunk - a peer's incredible discovery.

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2| What's at Stake

BOOK

Archaeologist John Patton Jr. and his student assistant rush to save Ancestral Puebloan artifacts that are at risk of being destroyed, but can they survive an altercation with a relentless pursuer?

3| Another Tie for Christmas

BOOK

It's Christmastime, and international adventurer & archaeologist John Patton Jr. is home for a quiet holiday with his family. But when an old friend sends him a lead on a new discovery too enticing to pass up, John accidentally winds up on another dangerous adventure—and this time, he’s not the only one in harms way—his children are too!

4| Little Terror

EPISODE

Frustrated with "babysitting" his chaotic 3-year old son while on an important archaeological dig, John Patton Jr. discovers a rare artifact - one that helps him better appreciate what he has.