Over and Under the Waves by Kate Messner - Haliburtons & Co.

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Over and Under the Waves – Kate Messner

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Beautifully Illustrated
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Dive into the magical world of the kelp forest, where two worlds meet

This oceanic adventure takes readers on a family kayaking journey through the magnificent kelp forests of Monterey Bay, revealing the incredible ecosystem that thrives both above and beneath the waves. As sea lions bark and seagulls wheel overhead in the bright sunshine, an entirely different world unfolds below—a hidden underwater forest teeming with life.

Discover wolf eels gliding through rocky crevices, luminous jellies drifting like underwater stars, and leopard sharks patrolling the kelp fronds that sway like giant underwater trees. Watch as sea otters float on their backs, cracking shells on their bellies, whilst humpback whales breach majestically in the distance. Christopher Silas Neal's stunning illustrations shift perspective from the kayakers' view to the underwater realm, creating an immersive experience that makes readers feel like they're diving beneath the surface themselves.

The latest addition to the critically acclaimed Over and Under series, this book combines lyrical storytelling with scientific accuracy. Inspired by Kate Messner's own kayaking experiences in Monterey Bay, it includes detailed back matter featuring twenty-one marine species and their relationships within this rich ecosystem, making it perfect for budding marine biologists and ocean lovers.

Suitable for children aged 5 years and up

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What's Included: 56-page hardcover book with detailed back matter featuring 21 marine species and ecosystem relationships.

Setting: Based on the kelp forests of Monterey Bay, California.

Illustrations: Mixed-media artwork by Christopher Silas Neal with shifting perspectives above and below water.

Series: Part of the critically acclaimed Over and Under series.

Care Instructions: Store in a dry place away from direct sunlight.

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Awards & Recognition: Kirkus Reviews starred review, Book Riot recommended.

About the Author: Kate Messner is an award-winning author whose books have been selected as Best Books by the New York Times, Junior Library Guild, IndieBound, and Bank Street College of Education. This book was inspired by her own kayaking experiences in Monterey Bay, where she researched the kelp forest ecosystem firsthand. She lives on Lake Champlain with her family.

About the Illustrator: Christopher Silas Neal is the award-winning artist behind the entire Over and Under series, praised by the New York Times for his "stunning retro-style illustrations." His mixed-media artwork captures both the serenity of the ocean surface and the bustling life of the underwater world. A Mexican/European-American artist, he lives with his family in Brooklyn, New York.

Product Specifications

SKU: 9781797203478

Brand: Kate Messner

Age Range: 5 years and up

Dimensions: 21.1 x 31.2cm

Pages: 56

Weight: 476g

Key Features: Award-winning series, mixed-media illustrations, marine ecosystem education, Monterey Bay setting

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