Variety reported earlier today that screenwriter Jeff Nathanson will pen the script for the first “The 39 Clues”, an adventure series developed by Scholastic Media.

Targeting a younger audience, the series focuses on the Cahills, the world’s most powerful family. The true source for its power can only explained via 39 clues spread across the planet throughout history.

DreamWorks will develop the series, with Steven Spielberg attached to direct the first installment. Nathanson wrote the scripts for three of Spielberg’s films, including “The Terminal” and “Catch Me If You Can.”

Next week, Scholastic Media will also release the first book in connection with the series. A second one is due in December.

By the way, Nathanson also worked on “Rush Hour 2” and “Rush Hour 3.” Oh yeah, and Jan de Bont’s awful “Speed 2: Cruise Control.” Can’t forget that one.