The Search for Carmella
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2025 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

The Search for Carmella

Written and illustrated by Chloe Savage

A marine biologist seeks a legendary sea creature in the ocean's depths.

4.2 Goodreads · 144 ratings
40 pages· 655 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· ~650L
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Dr. Rose, a passionate marine biologist, embarks on a daring expedition to uncover the truth behind a legendary sea creature, Carmella, hidden in the ocean's darkest depths. With her team aboard a submersible, she ventures into the unknown, where mysterious and magnificent sea life awaits. Will Dr. Rose's quest reveal the secrets of the deep, or will the elusive Carmella remain a myth? Dive into this captivating tale of exploration and discovery, where dreams and reality blur beneath the waves.

From the publisher

From the acclaimed creator of The Search for the Giant Arctic Jellyfish comes a stunning book about wonder, bravery, and the freedom to pursue your curiosity. Ever since Dr. Rose was a little girl playing in rock pools, she has always loved exploring the sea and the weird and wonderful creatures living there. Now, as a marine biologist, Dr. Rose is in search of a sea creature rumored to reside within the ocean’s hidden depths, a mysterious beast that many speak of but no one has ever seen: Carmella. With her team of scientists and explorers, descending in a submersible to the unfathomable dark of the deep ocean, what incredible creatures will Dr. Rose discover inhabiting a nearly pitch-black world? Rich with the magnificent sea life that can be found in deep water, Chloe Savage’s strikingly illustrated tale of a strong-willed woman scientist will spark young readers to pursue their own dreams, no matter how elusive.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
655
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~650L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.2
F&P level
~P
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
557244
Publication
Published
February 4, 2025
Publisher
Candlewick
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781536238976

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