Description
In collaboration with world-renowned oceanographer and documentary filmmaker, Fabien Cousteau! Travel along as Kobee Manatee uncovers a Historic Shipwreck and talks about Extraordinary and Colorful Reef Fish during his Ocean Adventure in our third Title!
Kobee Manatee and his pals, Tess the seahorse, and Pablo the hermit crab, meet some new sea friends as they explore colorful coral reefs and the historic shipwreck of the SS Antonio López near Puerto Rico. You’ll discover some of the most colorful reef fish in the world!
But wait … Kobee becomes trapped deep inside the ship! Can he be saved in enough time?
You won’t want to miss the excitement, friendship, and fascinating facts about some very popular tropical fish and the remarkable coral reefs they call home! This is our third title in the Kobee Manatee series, Kobee Manatee: Shipwreck Sea Friends. Stay tuned for more updates!
Endorsements
“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 of 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, oceanographic explorer and conservationist
“Another creative blending of real-life oceanography and gentle fantasy in a smart and entertaining series.”
– Kirkus Reviews
“I love the colors and the fact that there is detailed information on the sides, but most of the book is a cute story.”
– Emily Harris, Librarian
“Five stars for illustration, design, layout, content, educational value and fun! What’s not to like about the adventures of Kobee the manatee and his oceanic friends? Whimsically-illustrated, this new offering in the Kobee series is a picture book to cherish and inspire learning and exploring.”
– Biblio Filer, NetGalley reviewer
Fabien Cousteau –
“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 of 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, oceanographic explorer and conservationist
Kirkus Reviews –
“Another creative blending of real-life oceanography and gentle fantasy in a smart and entertaining series.”
— Kirkus Reviews
Foreword Clarion 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
Dawn Matheson, CEO, Mom’s Choice Awards –
“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