Children’s Book Council Selects Kobee Manatee® Shipwreck Sea Friends as a Top Puerto Rico Title
Greetings to you! The Children’s Book Council in New York recently selected Kobee Manatee® Shipwreck Sea Friends, as one of its curated titles highlighting Puerto Rico’s rich history, vibrant culture, and enduring spirit. This is fantastic news as this title already received several accolades including selection to the prestigious International Literary Association (ILA) – Children’s Book Council (CBC) Children’s Choices Reading List!
Fabien Cousteau oldest grandson of ocean pioneer, Jacques Cousteau guides you through colorful reef fish identification in this title!
Unlock the Awesome Undersea World for Ocean Conservation with the Fabian Cousteau Ocean Learning Center …
“The Fabien Cousteau Ocean Learning Center was founded in 2016 as a 501(c)(3) by aquanaut, oceanographic explorer, conservationist and documentary filmmaker Fabien Cousteau, to fulfill his dream of creating a vehicle for positive change in the world.
The FCOLC was created to empower local communities to champion ocean conservation in ways that are most meaningful to them.
By engaging local communities worldwide in restoration, conservation and research activities, we can plant the seeds of growth toward a healthier relationship between ourselves and our life support system that comes from our oceans.”
To learn more about some Puerto Rico history check out this award-winning Kobee Manatee® book for children…
Synopsis: Kobee Manatee and his pals, Tess the seahorse and Pablo the hermit crab are en route to Puerto Rico to explore the SS Antonio López, a historic shipwreck from the 1898 Spanish-American War. The ship sits underwater about seven miles west of San Juan. On their Caribbean adventure, they meet several new sea friends, including a whale shark, an octopus, and a moray eel. But as Kobee and his buddies begin their thrilling exploration of the wreck, Kobee gets trapped inside the sunken ship! Can Tess, Pablo, and the new sea friends rescue Kobee? Children are sure to enjoy this spectacular tale loaded with surprises, fun, and exciting facts all about Caribbean reef fish.
We Have Excellent Reviews for Kobee Manatee!
“Kobee and his ocean pals are full of fun, adventure, and inspiration. They give the reader a better sense of the magic and mystery within our ocean world. Following them onto the historic wreck dive of the SS Antonio López off Puerto Rico, we learn all sorts of fascinating facts about wildlife and dangers, all while being entranced by the camaraderie of these fast friends. Even if one never gets a chance to ‘peek below the blue veneer’ of our planet, the adventures of Kobee and his aquatic mates are sure to make anyone appreciate how precious life is below the waves.” – Fabien Cousteau, world-renowned oceanographic explorer, conservationist, and documentary filmmaker
“Another creative blending of real-life oceanography and gentle fantasy in a smart and entertaining series.” – Kirkus Reviews
“Children will be drawn to the colors and images, and amused by the story of Kobee and his friends. Far more significantly, they will learn some important information that may help them to appreciate the ocean, and the beauty and diversity of the world beneath the water’s surface.” – Foreword Clarion Reviews
“We are happy to award deserving books like Kobee Manatee: Shipwreck Sea Friends. Our panel of judges really felt this special book merited a place on our list of the best in family-friendly products that parents and educators can feel confident in using.” – Dawn Matheson, CEO, Mom’s Choice Awards
To learn more about the CBC’s title selection of children’s books highlighting Puerto Rico…
https://cbcbooks.org/cbc-book-lists/2026-lets-celebrate-puerto-rico/
To learn more about the Fabien Cousteau Ocean Learning Center…
If you are in Florida and you see a sick or injured manatee, please call the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at: 1-888-404-FWCC. They are the folks who are responsible for rescuing us in Florida.
Here’s the Save the Manatee Club link to learn more about manatees …
~ Robert Scott Thayer
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