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Scottish Friendly Children's Book Tour with Sam Sedgman

Host best-selling author Sam Sedgman at your school!

Joining the Scottish Friendly Children's Book Tour in February 2025 is Sam Sedgman, the bestselling author and confirmed nerd, with The Clockwork Conspiracy, a locked-room mystery packed with rooftop chases, hidden clues and mind-bending science. He will also tell us about his new book The Forbidden Atlas, which reveals the secret and hidden corners of Paris.

About the Isaac Turner Investigates books

In The Clockwork Conspiracy, aspiring inventor Isaac Turner lives with his dad, the horologist in charge of Big Ben. But when his father vanishes from the belfry on the night the clocks go back, leaving behind only a smashed pocket watch and a cryptic message, Isaac determines to find him. Hunting a trail of clues through London's landmarks, Isaac uncovers a sinister plot in the gears of government and embarks on a race against time to save his father – and time itself.

In The Forbidden Atlas, Isaac and Hattie are pulled into Paris' underground world, searching ancient tunnels and treacherous rooftops for a stolen letter, a missing sister and a map that will unearth a long-buried secret ....

About the event

Unlock your inner mystery-solver and discover the SECRETS OF SCIENCE in this fact-packed, interactive and educational event where Sam uncovers the incredible science that shapes our world and explains how the MAGIC OF MAPS inspired his latest thrilling mystery. Mixing STEM topics with a gripping, fast-paced adventure, Sam Sedgman’s new series is an accessible, fun and friendly introduction to science for the next generation of inventors, whoever they may be. The event concludes with Q&A to answer any burning questions from the inquisitive minds of your pupils.

When: 24–27 February 2025

Where: Your primary school (Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen City, Moray)

Audience: P4–7. Large audiences preferred (100+), but smaller audiences will be considered.

Cost: Fully funded (no cost to your school)

Deadline to apply: 12 noon, Friday 10 January 2025

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