Satellite Storm in the Astro-Sphere

Satellite Storm in the Astro-Sphere is the first book in the Morph Explorers: Science Root Words series, a structured literacy resource that teaches Greek and Latin roots through high-interest, story-first adventures. Designed for both younger and older readers, this book aligns with the Science of Reading and supports vocabulary growth through explicit morphology instruction—without feeling like a lesson. Instead of memorising word lists, students encounter root words in action: in the tools the team invents, the challenges they face, and the way they speak.

The story follows Ben, Mia, and Samir, three inventive teens and their mission drone LEX, as they respond to a mysterious morph-pulse that knocks out satellites across Earth. When the Lexi-gate opens, they leap into the Astro Sphere and must navigate low gravity, dodge dangerous debris, and repair a failing comm hub using teamwork, problem-solving, and STEM know-how. Seven root words (orb, astro, tele, scope, aero, grav, and chron) are naturally woven into the scenes and vocabulary.

Kids learn through context, like flying a glide pack through a zero-G test or recalibrating a telescope during a countdown. A Root Recap and extension activities reinforce understanding. The diverse characters are funny, curious, and easy to connect with, helping readers of all levels stay engaged. Whether you are a teacher, specialist, homeschooler, or parent of a reluctant reader, this book builds morphological awareness in a way that feels fun, not forced. The structure supports repeated reading, discussion, and fluency practice while growing decoding and comprehension through rich, embedded vocabulary. With a mix of illustrated panels, action scenes, and character-driven moments, Satellite Storm in the Astro-Sphere is more than a story—it’s a vocabulary-building adventure wrapped in a space mission.