Super Ocean Weekend - (Science Adventure Club) by Gaëlle Alméras (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

This nonfiction graphic novel for kids 7+ takes readers on an aquatic expedition into the Earth's oceans. Get ready for the ultimate underwater adventure into ocean science and marine biology!

Friends Castor and Squeak are camping out on a rocky island with Orni and her cousin, Echid, when they begin to wonder: what really goes on in the depths of the oceans?

Join four friends as they explore the mysterious underwater world; revealing the incredible creatures that live there, the importance of taking care of our oceans, and what we can do to help them thrive!

Super Ocean Weekend features:

• Fascinating ocean science: Discover the phenomena of tides and waves, why fish swim in schools, why some underwater creatures' glow, and more!
• Comic-style illustrations: shares Squeak, Orni, Castor and Echid's extraordinary underwater adventures through an eye-catching graphic novel format.
• Dive into marine biology: Whales, sharks, and coral, oh my! Discover the importance of our underwater friends, their ecosystems and the importance of protecting them.
  

Jam-packed with information, humor, and stunning graphic-novel-style illustrations, Super Ocean Weekend is the ultimate introduction to oceanography!

The Science Adventure Club Book Series!

Author and illustrator Gaëlle Almerás invites young readers to join her and her hilarious and lovable cast of characters as they explore space, the world's oceans, and more. Presented in an eye-catching graphic novel style, the titles in this series are meticulously researched and vetted, providing top-notch science information that is accessible, awe-inspiring, and always entertaining.

Published in partnership with the David Suzuki Institute

Review Quotes

"Spectacular ... humor and detailed illustrations make this a great introduction to oceanography and marine biology for upper elementary and middle grade readers."
--School Library Journal

"Will appeal to visual learners with a deep interest in ocean life."
--Youth Services Book Review

Praise for Super Space Weekend, Book #1 in the Science Adventure Club book series

"A great introduction to astronomy concepts with plenty of friendly humor to keep readers engaged."
--School Library Journal

"Charming...Edifying and entertaining, this graphic work is likely to launch a love of outer space for many young minds."
--Jen Fobus, Shelf Awareness STARRED review

"Perfect for back to school."
--Comics Beat

About the Author

Gaëlle Alméras loves art and science, particularly astronomy and nature, and is a very active author and illustrator. In 2015, she started writing a series of popular science columns that became Super Space Weekend.