Follow the Moon Home: A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles

Acclaimed activist Philippe Cousteau and acclaimed author Deborah Hopkinson team up to offer a story of the powerful difference young people can make in the world. "Gorgeously illustrated. an appealing model of preteen activism."-Kirkus Reviews "Gorgeously illustrated. an appealing model of preteen activism."-Kirkus Reviews "Urges readers to be activists and advocates when they see a problem that needs to be solved."--Geek Dad "Urges readers to be activists and advocates when they see a problem that needs to be solved."--Geek Dad "Empowering story about grassroots activism and facing problems head-on."-Publishers Weekly "Empowering story about grassroots activism and facing problems head-on."-Publishers Weekly "An empowering look at what kids can accomplish."-Booklist "An empowering look at what kids can accomplish."-Booklist "Delivers an eloquent environmental message while demonstrating how kids can change the world through teamwork and perseverance."-School Library Journal "Delivers an eloquent environmental message while demonstrating how kids can change the world through teamwork and perseverance."-School Library Journal "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

• | Author: Deborah Hopkinson, Meilo So, Philippe Cousteau
• | Publisher: Chronicle Books
• | Publication Date: Apr 05, 2016
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• | Binding: Hardback
• | ISBN-13: 9781452112411
• | ISBN-10: 145211241X