Cover of a children's science book titled "Harold's Science Fair Fiasco". The subtitle reads "A Hilarious Adventure About, Preparation, Responsibility, and Planning Ahead." The book is labeled as Book 1 and recommended for ages 7-11. The cover features a classroom scene with children and a teacher, where a volcano model is present and children appear surprised or excited.

Harold’s Science Fair Fiasco (Book 1)

A volcano. A last-minute plan. A classroom disaster Harold will never live down.

  • ✅ Laugh-out-loud chaos that kids actually finish

  • ✅ Fast chapters + high momentum for reluctant readers

  • ✅ A gentle life-lesson: responsibility without the lecture

  • Harold's ambitious science project spirals into chaos, teaching him the importance of preparation and planning.

  • Harold learns that success usually comes from effort, persistence and learning from mistakes.

  • The story encourages curiosity, problem-solving and resilience while making science fun and accessible.

🌋 About the Book

Harold builds a volcano for the school science fair. Armed with too much baking soda and zero common sense, he creates an unforgettable disaster.

Harold Mitchell is nine years old, "all elbows and knees," and the undisputed king of last-minute ideas. When he realises his science project is due tomorrow, he decides to build the MEGA 3000—the most spectacularly disastrous project in Bondi Primary School history.

This is the story of what happens when you think you have "plenty of time," and the hilarious, messy reality of learning to own your mistakes.

The SEL Focus: Responsibility & Accountability Target Age: 8–9 (Arc 1: The Foundation Years)

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