Book Details:
Book Title: Sammy & Scarlett's Coral Reef Adventure by Robert Andrew Provan
Category: Children's Fiction (ages 3 to 7), 46 pages
Genre: Children's Book
Publisher: Archway Pub
Release date: May, 2023
Content Rating:
G. This children's book is for everyone.
Book Description:
Sammy, a sergeant major fish, and Scarlett, a yellowtail snapper, are
best friends who have found safety in a mangrove forest after being washed
out of a tidal pool in a large wave. But they’ve decided to leave the
mangroves and their friend Manny and journey across the sea-grass meadows
to the barrier reef of the Florida Keys, the place that will be their home
in adulthood.
Along the way, they make a new friend, a
hawksbill sea turtle named Howie. Howie is a kind sea turtle who gives the
young fish the guidance they need to get where they’re going and stay
safe. The three quickly become fast friends and learn that they can trust
one another through thick and thin. Howie protects the little fish from
predators, and in return they help keep the turtle safe from the dangers
of human litter such as plastic bags. Join Sammy, Scarlett, and new friend
Howie as their epic journey continues through the magnificent Florida
Keys.
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My Review
Sammy & Scarlett's Coral Reef Adventure is a beautifully illustrated children's book that follows two fish on their journey to the barrier reef in the Florida Keys. Along the way, they meet up with a sea turtle named Howie, who guards Sammy and Scarlett, keeping them safe while they travel to the reef. Howie also teaches them about the things they see, and how to keep safe from sharks, barracuda, and other dangers once they arrive at the reef. But even with the dangers that lurk, there is so much beauty to behold.
This is a lovely children's book with an important message. Not only does it have a fun little adventure that young readers will enjoy, it also teaches children that it's important to keep the oceans free from litter, and to protect the coral reefs. Sea turtles will eat plastic bags, thinking they are jellyfish, and that will harm them. Other types of litter is also bad not only for turtles, but for all sea creatures.
I do think the story may be a little wordy (at times) for really young readers (ages 3-5 perhaps), but they can still enjoy the story by having a parent or guardian read it to them. The colorful illustrations will also make the story a delightful one to keep coming back to. It's visually stunning.
Overall, a really good children's book with a fun, fishy adventure and an important message about protecting the ocean.
5 stars!
Amazon ~ B&N
BookBub
add to goodreads
My Review
Sammy & Scarlett's Coral Reef Adventure is a beautifully illustrated children's book that follows two fish on their journey to the barrier reef in the Florida Keys. Along the way, they meet up with a sea turtle named Howie, who guards Sammy and Scarlett, keeping them safe while they travel to the reef. Howie also teaches them about the things they see, and how to keep safe from sharks, barracuda, and other dangers once they arrive at the reef. But even with the dangers that lurk, there is so much beauty to behold.
This is a lovely children's book with an important message. Not only does it have a fun little adventure that young readers will enjoy, it also teaches children that it's important to keep the oceans free from litter, and to protect the coral reefs. Sea turtles will eat plastic bags, thinking they are jellyfish, and that will harm them. Other types of litter is also bad not only for turtles, but for all sea creatures.
I do think the story may be a little wordy (at times) for really young readers (ages 3-5 perhaps), but they can still enjoy the story by having a parent or guardian read it to them. The colorful illustrations will also make the story a delightful one to keep coming back to. It's visually stunning.
Overall, a really good children's book with a fun, fishy adventure and an important message about protecting the ocean.
5 stars!
Meet the Author:
Robert Andrew Provan is the author of three children’s books Ronnie the Raindrop, Sammy & Scarlett’s Mangrove Adventure, and Sammy & Scarlett’s Coral Reef Adventure.
Born and raised in Vermont, he has lived most of his
adult life in the Sunshine State of Florida. When not writing, he is
often to be found in the Florida Keys snorkeling or scuba diving as he
conducts research for the next book in his children’s series. You can
learn more about Robert at www.robertandrewprovan.com.
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