Waylon! The Most Awesome of All Book PDF

Waylon! The Most Awesome of All by Sara Pennypacker is a warm, funny, and thoughtful middle-grade novel about family, ambition, and discovering what truly matters. Waylon is counting down the days to June 14, when he plans to showcase his science project at the Boston Science Expo. He’s sure his invention will wow the audience, and he’s especially excited because his hero—a famous astrophysicist—might be there. Meeting her could be the most awesome moment of his life.

But June 14 turns out to be the busiest day ever. Waylon’s sister, Neon, has a major performance at the Beantown Repertory Theater after winning third place in a prestigious theater contest. Their dad is racing against the same deadline to sell his screenplay to Hollywood, and their mom has a mysterious appointment she refuses to explain. With everyone pulled in different directions, it looks like Waylon may have to attend the Science Expo alone.

Everything changes when Waylon’s dad is suddenly called to Hollywood, leaving Neon without her planned stage partner. Desperate, she turns to Waylon, who is forced to choose between his dream science moment and helping his sister. Stepping on stage promises embarrassment, fear, and disappointment—but it may also lead to unexpected pride and connection.