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by Karen Jameson (Author), Marie Hermansson (Illustrator)
Soak up a sea of secrets and fun facts about jellyfish in this information-rich picture book!A spectacular world of weird and wonderful jellyfish awaits in The Secrets of the Jellies. Engaging rhyming text will amaze young readers with awe-inspiring information about these beguiling sea creatures. Filled with facts and energetic undersea artwork, this aquarium-exhibit-in-a-book helps us learn all about jelly anatomy, behavior, habitats, and ecosystems as we get to know the moon jelly, lion's mane jellyfish, fried-egg jellyfish, flame jellyfish, and so many more. Dive in and be dazzled!STAND-OUT READ ALOUD: Rhyming text paired with eye-popping jelly facts makes this a delightful read-aloud for a wide range of young readers.
CELEBRATES INCREDIBLE ANIMALS: Kids are ceaselessly curious about animals and the natural world, and jellies are some of the most mysterious creatures in the sea. This playful nonfiction picture book showcases jellyfish as the marvelous creatures they are while providing an inspiring, educational springboard beyond the book's pages. TERRIFIC TEACHING TOOL: With an engaging narrative and highly visual format, this book is a welcome resource for librarians and primary school educators. GO-TO GIFT FOR OCEAN LOVERS: This beautifully illustrated sea-themed book makes a gorgeous gift for any special occasion in an ocean lover's life.Perfect for:- Ocean lovers and jellyfish fans
- Parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for a book about animals to share with kids
- Teachers, educators, and librarians seeking beautiful nonfiction books with STEM content
- Anyone seeking a distinctive gift for an animal- or nature-loving child
Author Biography
Karen Jameson is a children's author, poet, teacher, and literacy advocate. Her picture books include Woodland Dreams and Wake Up, Woodlands, illustrated by Marc Boutavant; Farm Lullaby, illustrated by Wednesday Kirwan; and Where the Wee Ones Go, illustrated by Zosienka. She lives and works in Southern California.
Marie Hermansson has a deep appreciation for the natural world, with a love of illustrating animals, plants, landscapes, and the ecosystems they exist in. She has illustrated numerous picture books, including Tera Kelley's award-winning Listen to the Language of the Trees. When she's not working, she enjoys traveling, hiking, beachcombing, and reading. Marie currently resides in North Carolina with her husband and two children.
