Wayne Spencer

The annual Fun Run is the biggest event at Brookside Elementary, and Miles Lewis is completely focused on the finish line. Miles wants to be one of the top five runners in the whole school. He is incredibly fast when it comes to short sprints, but long-distance running drains his energy fast. To reach his goal, Miles uses his love of science to design the ultimate training routine. He creates a strict exercise plan and studies nutrition to build up his endurance. When the day of the big race finally arrives, Miles is ready to leave the competition in the dust. But right in the middle of the run, he notices another student struggling to keep moving forward. Miles suddenly has a difficult choice to make. Should he keep pushing for his own personal victory, or should he slow down to help a friend in need? You will run right alongside Miles as he figures out what being a true winner actually means. This engaging chapter book is packed with sports action, clever science facts, and big decisions.

Hey there, future scientist! Get ready to join Miles Lewis as Valentine's Day approaches. Miles isn't super excited about all the hearts and mush, but he is definitely looking forward to the amazing candy experiments happening in his science class! Imagine all the sweet fun and cool discoveries you could make with candy. When his teacher asks for grown-up helpers, Miles and his friend Jada have a brilliant idea. They both want to invite their grandparents! As they chat, they start to notice something interesting: Miles's Nana and Jada's Pop Pop have a lot in common. Could these two become more than just volunteers? Miles and Jada put on their detective hats to see if they can spark a special connection between their grandparents. Get ready for some sweet science, fun with friends, and maybe even a little bit of playful matchmaking in this exciting story!

Hey there, young chef! Get ready to join Miles and his best friend, RJ, as they whip up some fun in their school's big bake sale. Miles is super confident that his Nana's famous tea cakes are a guaranteed win. But RJ has a secret reason for needing that prize money – he accidentally broke his mom's favorite keepsake, and he really wants to replace it! As they mix, measure, and bake, things don't always go as planned. You'll see them face all sorts of hilarious mishaps and tricky moments in the kitchen. Will their delicious desserts be enough to win? More importantly, will Miles and RJ discover the real secret ingredient for success? Join Miles and RJ on an adventure where they learn that working together, being honest, and adding a little bit of love to everything you do is the best recipe of all. This chapter book is packed with sweet treats, friendship, and even a sprinkle of science!

Miles Lewis has been waiting his entire life for the ultimate science showdown. The city-wide science competition is finally here, and his biggest dream is actually coming true. He is thrilled to be placed on an all-star team with the smartest kids in school, including his brilliant friend Jada Jones. Miles loves science more than anything, so this should be the easiest project ever. But once the team starts working together, everything goes terribly wrong. While his teammates are coming up with amazing ideas and building incredible models, Miles keeps making frustrating mistakes. The group starts arguing, their project slows down, and Miles suddenly feels like he is ruining everything. Is he really the science expert he thought he was, or is he just a total failure? You will relate to every moment of self-doubt as Miles tries to find his confidence again. This fantastic chapter book explores the pressure of working in a group, the fear of not being smart enough, and the true meaning of teamwork.