Manatee Summer

Name: Manatee Summer
Brand: Arotahi Agency
SKU: 9780063094925
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By Evan Griffith

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Summary

Manatee Summer by Evan Griffith is a heartwarming children's story about a young boy named Peter who is on a mission to protect the gentle manatees in his Florida hometown. As he navigates the challenges of friendship and family, Peter learns important life lessons about responsibility, courage, and environmental conservation. The story portrays his journey of growth and his dedication to making a positive impact on his surroundings.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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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?

You might enjoy this children's book if you're fascinated by wildlife and enjoy stories about summer adventures and friendships. It beautifully captures the excitement and challenges of a young boy's summer as he discovers more about himself and the world around him, with manatees adding an enchanting element to the narrative.

Description

In this poignant middle grade contemporary debut that New York Times bestselling author Katherine Applegate calls "by turns heartbreaking and heart-healing," Evan Griffith beautifully captures all the tenderness and uncertainty that come with caring for family, friends, and the natural world.

Peter and his best friend, Tommy, have a goal for their last summer before middle school: finish their Discovery Journal, a catalogue of the wildlife around their Florida town. When they spot a manatee in a canal, Peter knows they’ve found something special—and when the manatee is injured by a boat, something to protect!

As Peter joins the fight to save Florida manatees, he also finds himself taking care of his ailing grandfather and facing an unwelcome surprise that jeopardises his friendship with Tommy. Soon Peter is adrift, navigating shifting tides and realising that he has as much to discover about himself as he does about the world around him.

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Manatee Summer by Evan Griffith is praised for its tender portrayal of friendship and defiance of traditional masculine stereotypes in a lush, engaging setting. The novel is noted for its poignant ecological themes and connections to the natural world, described as both heartbreaking and heart-healing. It's celebrated for its emotional depth and balance of humour, particularly as it relates to facing life's changes with courage. The touching relationships and conservationist themes make it a compelling read, reminiscent of classics in the genre.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780063094925

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 October 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Quill Tree Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 195g

Pages: 288

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Evan Griffith Young Adult

About the Author

Evan Griffith lives in Austin, TX. He is the author of the picture book Secrets of the Sea: The Story of Jeanne Power, Revolutionary Marine Scientist. He received his MFA in writing for children and young adults at the Vermont College of Fine Arts. In addition to writing, Evan edits children's books and teaches writing to kids. Visit Evan online at www.evangriffithbooks.com.