The Aquanaut (PB)

Name: The Aquanaut (PB)
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SKU: 9780545497619
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By Dan Santat

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Summary

The Aquanaut (PB) by Dan Santat is a captivating children's book that follows the adventures of a mysterious figure who emerges from the depths of the ocean to explore the world above. When this aquatic explorer meets a resourceful young girl, they team up to uncover secrets, navigate challenges, and form an unexpected friendship. Their journey highlights themes of courage, discovery, and the wonders of the ocean.
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The Aquanaut (PB)

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This imaginative children's book invites young readers to embark on an oceanic adventure filled with mystery and heart. You might enjoy it if you appreciate beautifully illustrated stories that explore themes of exploration, friendship, and discovering the unknown.

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Dive in to this adventurous graphic novel all about saving the ocean from Caldecott-winning author-illustrator Dan Santat

Description

Ever since her father was lost at sea, Sophia has been moping around Aqualand, a marine theme park. But Sophia's world is turned upside-down when an aquanaut breaks into the park's research lab.

To her amazement, Sophia discovers that the aquanaut is not what it seems: inside lives a band of goofy sea creatures! And when they all realise that Aqualand is more sinister than advertised, Sophia is determined to help the aquanaut crew free the park's captive marine life before it's too late.

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The Aquanaut by Dan Santat has been praised as an engaging graphic novel for children, recognised by the American Library Association as one of the best. The artwork is described as kinetic, with smart pacing, while the visuals are highlighted for their vivid expressiveness. It tells a poignant, humorous, and heartfelt story about love, loss, and the importance of family, both biological and found. The narrative is noted for its humour, warmth, and spirit, marking Santat's successful return to the graphic novel genre.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780545497619

Publisher: Scholastic US

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 March 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Scholastic US

Contributors:

Illustrated by Dan Santat
Illustrated by Dan Santat

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 540g

Pages: 224

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Dan Santat Education & Reference Graphic Novels Humour Science & Nature Young Adult Young Adult Mystery & Thriller

About the Author

Dan Santat is the New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend, which won the prestigious Randolph Caldecott Medal in 2015. He is also the creator of the acclaimed graphic novel The Aquanaut, and his graphic memoir, A First Time for Everything, was the 2023 National Book Award Winner for Young People's Literature. His art is featured in numerous children's books, including Dav Pilkey's Ricky Ricotta series as well as picture books by Henry Winkler and Jake Gyllenhaal. Dan lives in Southern California with his wife, two kids, and pets. Visit him online at dansantatbooks.com.

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