Stella, Star of the Sea - (Stella and Sam) by Marie-Louise Gay (Paperback)

About the Book

Stella and her little brother are spending the day at the sea. Stella has been to the sea before and knows all its secrets, but Sam has many questions. Stella has an answer for them all. Full color.

Book Synopsis

Stella and her little brother are spending the day at the sea. Stella has been to the sea before and knows all its secrets, but Sam has many questions: "Does a catfish purr? Does a seahorse gallop?" Stella has an answer for them all. The only thing she isn't sure of, and neither are we, is whether Sam will ever come into the water.

Exquisite, evocative watercolors bring a diaphanous day at the beach alive in this perfect summer story. Gently humorous, Stella, Star of the Sea also captures the relationship between an older sister and her baby brother -- a responsibility that can be both lots of fun and very trying.

Review Quotes

Gay's illustrations are bright and...whimsical.-- "School Library Journal"

Gay's [picture books] are completely invigorating and accessible to their young audience, providing a rich literary experience that nourishes both intellect and emotion.-- "Toronto Star"

This slice-of-life tale with its sunny, eccentric illustrations makes for an enjoyable trip to the seashore.-- "Publishers Weekly"