Welcome!

I’m Sarah. I write stories that teach physics concepts. 

Specifically, I write fantasy adventure books, fairy tales, and interactive puzzle stories for ages 10-12 where the physics and math are an integral part of the story.

  • “The books are extremely well-written, with complex and quirky characters that will catch children’s interest.”

    -The Homeschool Scientist review of the Fairy Tale Physics Series

  • "An absolutely brilliant game! Really fun to play, very captivating storyline - and the fact that my daughter learned (and retained) so much about electricity and circuits was amazing to me! I was very impressed with the graphics too. Overall, a wonderful idea fantastically executed!"

    - Parent Review of The Sorceress of Circuits

  • "Loved it!. . . Sarah Allen’s book Physics Fables, presents very complex concepts at a level that is fun and interactive for readers of all ages, and provides thoughtful information in a charming and captivating manner."

    - Reedsy Discovery Review of Physics Fables

  • "I LOVE IT"

    - Elim, Age 12 Review of The Sorceress of Circuits

My stories might be a good fit for you if:

  • You remember things best when they’re presented through stories

  • You like magic, fantasy, and fairy tales

  • You like things that are cute, quirky, and whimsical

  • You’re curious about physics and you liked things like The Phantom Tollbooth, Anne of Green Gables, or the Hayao Miyazaki movies 

  • You’re looking for a fun introduction to some concepts, or some fun supplemental activities to go along with an existing class you’re taking or teaching

  • You know an 8-12 year old who is curious about physics and into quirky adventure stories and you’d like to get them some fun things to read

  • You like to understand concepts before you do the math

My stories might NOT be a good fit for you if:

(And, as a side note, these things are all awesome, they’re just not what my stuff is for)

  • You like to start with math and equations rather than big picture concepts

  • You’re looking for a traditional physics class (Check out Khan Academy, Phet Physics Simulations, and Crash Course)

  • You know a super advanced 10-12 year old who is already working through physics textbooks and you’re looking to get them advanced material. (I’d recommend the Fenyman Lectures, Stephen Hawking’s books, Leonard Susskind’s books, or the MIT OpenCourseware classes for them!)

  • You’re ready to dive into rigorous physics problem solving

  • You’re looking for an engineering and building-based approach (Check out Crunch Labs/ Mark Rober and Smarter Every Day)

  • You’re looking for something very hands-on (Check out Spintronics and Kiwico subscription boxes)

  • You want traditional physics labs and experiments

  • You’re looking for something that will prep you for AP Physics exams (I’d recommend the Princeton Review books, the MIT packet of previous AP test problems, and Khan Academy for this!)

  • You’re looking for a full, complete physics curriculum

  • You’re wanting something that goes into the full math of every concept covered

 

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