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by Lara Hawthorne (Author), Lara Hawthorne (Illustrator)
"The simple story and bright pictures underscore the importance of taking care of our ocean."--Kirkus Reviews
Alba the fish has spent her entire life collecting precious objects that drift down to the ocean floor. Each year on her birthday, she gathers one more precious item, from delicate shells to brightly colored coral. As time goes by, Alba notices her collection is losing its sparkle. What's more, there is trash everywhere! When, on her birthday hunt, something unthinkable happens, it seems like the plastic may have changed her ocean home forever. Is it too late? Alba and the Ocean Cleanup is a beautifully illustrated picture book about what we can do to save this important ecosystem, now available in paperback.Author Biography
Lara Hawthorne is a graduate of Falmouth University in England. She is the author-illustrator of The Night Flower: The Blooming of the Saguaro Cactus and Ratty's Big Adventure, and the illustrator of the Hidden Habitats series as well as The King of Christmas by Carol Ann Duffy. Inspired by nature, myths, and legends, she creates wonderful small worlds with her distinct watercolor style. She lives in the UK.
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions: 0.24 x 10.79 x 8.27 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: April 02, 2024
