Search for the Silver Shell: A Branches Book (Coral Keepers #1) - by Robin Yardi

About the Book

When the evil mermaid Rozaro casts a spell putting all the Coral Keepers of Anjeea, protectors of the kingdom, to sleep it is up to Princess Finn (who has so far failed her Keeper test) and her two friends to fight back--but first she must master her shark magic by overcoming her fear of sharks.

Book Synopsis

Full of magic, mermaids, and friendship, Coral Keepers is the perfect epic underwater early chapter book series for newly independent readers!

Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!

More than anything, Princess Finn and her friends, Moon and Link, want to become Coral Keepers -- mermaid magicians sworn to protect the Queendom of Anjeea. Finn is a shark magician, but she is struggling to pass her shark-magic test. And now, an evil magician named Rozaro is plotting to steal the throne! Only the power of the Silver Shell can stop him. Can Finn master her shark magic, find the magical shell, and protect Anjeea?

With engaging black-and-white artwork on every page, kids won't be able to put down this magical, underwater adventure!

Review Quotes

Praise for Search for the Silver Shell (Coral Keepers #1):

"This early chapter book series opener by Yardi blends real world science -- incorporated through interactive back matter -- with mystical adventure... Themes of friendship and believing in oneself permeate every page of this under-the-sea adventure." -- Publishers Weekly

"Courage and cooperation rule the day in this magical tale for newly independent readers... Fantasy writing for new-ish readers is growing increasingly robust, and this exciting series starter is proof." -- School Library Journal

About the Author

Robin Yardi is an author and presenter, teaching kids in classrooms, libraries, and museums about the extraordinary world and what it means to find your place in it through reading and writing. She is the author of the nonfiction picture book They Just Know: Animal Instincts, and the middle grade novels The Midnight War of Mateo Martinez and Owl's Outstanding Donuts. Coral Keepers is her debut early chapter book series. Robin lives in California.

Paul Kellam is a freelance watercolor illustrator. Having developed a passion for the arts early on, he continued to harness and develop his creative skills until eventually he earned his bachelor's in media arts and animation from The Art Institute. He has worked with an ever-growing list of authors, recording artists, and makeup companies. Coral Keepers is his debut early reader series! Paul is based in Florida.