{"product_id":"the-buoyancy-project-putney-hicks-inventor-adventures-book-2","title":"The Buoyancy Project: Putney Hicks Inventor Adventures–Book 2","description":"Nancy Drew meets MacGyver — and this time, there's math.\nShe won the design challenge. She won the bet. And now Sue Wexford knows something is very wrong with that iPad.\nGOLD MEDAL — 2023 Global Book Awards SEMI-FINALIST — 2023 Gertrude Warner Middle Grade Awards FINALIST — 2024 Independent Author Network Book of the Year\n\nTwelve-year-old Putney Hicks is gearing up for her school's cardboard-boat regatta, but excitement soars when she rescues a neighbor's dog from a rip current.\n\nDisaster looms as team draws pit her against her arch-rival, Sue. As tensions rise, Putney must prove her innovative design concept in a pre-race challenge within an alligator-infested lagoon. Armed with her magical tablet and AI companion, Sam, can she stay afloat amidst the chaos?\n\nCan these adversaries set aside their differences to build a cardboard boat that truly floats? Could the mysterious swamp creatures hold the solution to their greatest challenge?\n\nThe Buoyancy Project is the brilliant second book in the Putney Hicks Inventor Adventures series—a clever, science-driven adventure combining hands-on problem-solving with daring escapades. Perfect for fans of strong female leads, STEM challenges, and stories brimming with imagination and heart.\n\nReady to dive in? Buy The Buoyancy Project now and sail full STEM ahead on Putney’s next unforgettable adventure!\n\nWhat readers are saying — 5 STARS\n\"Like Nancy Drew meets MacGyver.\"\n\"This book is so great! Not only does it have adventure — it inspires a love for MATH!\"\n\"As a middle school teacher, I would not hesitate to recommend it to my students.\"\n\"Education wrapped in a fantastic story — you can't get much better than that.\" — Tammy Ruggles, Readers' Favorite\n\"As a scientist and engineer who grew up with The Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew — this is a great series for creative young minds.\"\n\"Parents, teachers, and librarians will want to have The Buoyancy Project.\" — Melinda Facal, Readers' Favorite\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1958251038\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: PKV.1958251038.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Tufft, Marsha\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: A well-loved companion. Corners and cover might show a little wear, and you could find some notes or highlights. The dust jacket might be MIA, it might have been a library book and extras aren't guaranteed—but the story's all there!  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Aspen Book Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52526110474527,"sku":"PKV.1958251038.G","price":13.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/0470\/3007\/files\/1958251038-0.jpg?v=1778259593","url":"https:\/\/www.aspenbookco.com\/products\/the-buoyancy-project-putney-hicks-inventor-adventures-book-2","provider":"Aspen Book Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}