Eddie the Electron Moves Out

The balloon has popped and Eddie is free! Free to explore and embark on the adventure he's always dreamed about. Eddie zooms through the atmosphere and sees the different atoms that make up the air we breathe. His adventure shows him how rare Helium atoms, like his, are. Through his memories, he teaches readers about Helium gas, from its explosive creation to it's many uses. As he teaches, Eddie comes to realize that Helium is not only a rapidly disappearing resource, it's one that is vitally important to our world!
Journey with energetic Eddie and learn about his life before being trapped in a grocery store balloon. See how far he has traveled from his home in the Earth’s crust all the way up to outer space, where he looks down on the giant marble called Earth. 
Eddie the Electron Moves Out is the sequel to the exciting and informational book, Eddie the Electron. Students, parents, and teachers will learn how important helium is to our world, while being reintroduced to the science of atoms. 

Melissa Rooney of Durham, NC

Before writing children’s books, Melissa (Bunin) Rooney grew up in Martinsville, VA, attended the College of William and Mary, and earned her Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of North Carolina. 
One of her passions is introducing scientific concepts to children and fueling their interest, especially when they don’t immediately understand. After all, the things we don’t understand are the most intriguing, and contemplating them results in scientific and technological advances (not to mention employment!). 
Find out more about Melissa at www.melissarooneywriting.com, or visit her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/melissarooneywriting/

Harry Pulver

HARRY PULVER JR. has worked as a professional illustrator for over 30 years. His clients include Crain’s New York Business, The Wall Street Journal, Cargill Inc., Coca Cola, Microsoft, 3M, Sony/Epic Music Group, American Lung Assoc., Scholastic Inc., National Geographic World and The Children’s Television Workshop. 
He attended St. Olaf College, The Minnesota College of Art and Design, and Pratt Manhattan School of Design. 
When he's not drawing, Harry also plays accordion in his award winning Polka Rock band, TUBBY ESQUIRE. You can see more of his artwork or contact him at www.harrypulver.com. 

Marketing & Publicity
  • Targeted library outreach
  • Paid ads and digital tours with the iHomschool Network
  • Author is an active participant of the Durham CAPS Program (http://durhamartscouncilcaps.com/) conducting workshops and book readings
  • School visits for a reading and science experiment
  • Author pitched as a contributor to parenting and STEM magazines and outlets