Follow the Moon Home
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2016

Follow the Moon Home

By Philippe Cousteau, Deborah Hopkinson, Meilo So (Illustrator)

A new girl unites a community to save sea turtles.

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48 pages
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Viv, new to a seaside town, discovers a mission: save the endangered sea turtles. As she navigates her new life, she rallies her community, proving that even the youngest voices can spark change. Will their efforts be enough to protect the turtles' future? Dive into a tale of activism, friendship, and the power of unity.

From the publisher

“Delivers an eloquent environmental message while demonstrating how kids can change the world through teamwork and perseverance.” – School Library Journal A triumphant story of environmental activism, community, and friendship: Acclaimed activist Philippe Cousteau and renowned author Deborah Hopkinson team up to offer a story of the powerful difference young people can make in the world. Meet Viv, who has a new home and a new school by the sea and follow her as she finds her way in a new place and helps bring together a whole community to save the sea turtles of the South Carolina coast. - Explores various important themes like activism, philanthropy, volunteerism, and more- Features gorgeous watercolor illustrations that are colorful and engaging- Includes a “Letter to Young Activists” from the author as well as resources to learn more about sea turtles.- Meilo So is the esteemed illustrator of many books, including Water Sings Blue. Philippe Cousteau is an award-winning television host, producer, author, speaker, philanthropist, and social entrepreneur. Deborah Hopkinson is the author of many award-winning nonfiction books for young readers Fans of Manfish and Water Sings Blue will also enjoy the inspiring storyline and stunning illustrations in Follow the Moon Home. - Great family and classroom read-aloud book- Books for kids ages 4-6 - Children’s picture books for kindergarten through third grade

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
48
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
NC590L
Themes & topics
Books about baby animalsBooks about the environmentBooks about sea creaturesBooks about turtles and tortoisesBooks about science and nature
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.2
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
182175
Publication
Published
April 5, 2016
First published
March 29, 2016
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781452112411

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