04325cam a2200565 4500 606451598 TxAuBib 20200512120000.0 150205s2016||||||||||||||||||||||||eng|u 2015001678 9781452112411 trade 145211241X trade 9781537911120 Follett bdg. 1537911120 Follett bdg. NJQ/DLC eng NJQ DLC ICrlF TxAuBib Cousteau, Philippe, 1980- Follow the Moon Home : Tale of one idea, twenty kids, and a hundred sea turtles / by Philippe Cousteau and Deborah Hopkinson ; illustrated by Meilo So. San Francisco, Calif : Chronicle Books, [2016] 1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 26 cm. 2017 Texas Bluebonnet Book /. Viv is the new girl in the neighborhood, but soon finds herself bringing the entire community together to protect sea turtles. Inspired by her teacher, Viv and her classmates are looking for a problem to solve and she finds it after a visit to the beach. When Viv discovers the body of a baby turtle facing away from the sea, she is inspired to do some research and she figures out that the lights from the beach houses are putting the turtles in danger and confusing their natural instincts. With her classmates she works to get the message out to the community to turn off lights at night to save the turtles. Excellent read aloud text with watercolor, colored ink, and colored pencil artwork. Back matter includes a note to parents/teachers, further reading resources, and rules for walking on beaches with nesting sea turtles. ighly recommended for 2-5. Includes bibliographical references. School Library Journal, May 2016. Booklist, May 2016. Horn Book, October 2016. Kirkus Review, March 2016. Science Books & Films (A.A.A.S.), November 2016. School Library Journal. Booklist. Horn Book. "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. 2.7 Follett Library Resources. K-3 Follett Library Resources. K-3. 20170420. Loggerhead turtle Infancy Juvenile literature. Loggerhead turtle. Rare reptiles Juvenile literature. Rare reptiles. Child environmentalists Juvenile literature. Child environmentalists. Nature conservation Citizen participation Juvenile literature. Nature conservation Citizen participation. Turtles. Loggerhead turtles. 2017 Texas Bluebonnet Book. Hopkinson, Deborah. So, Meilo, ill. TXNAV