# Follow the Moon Home: A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles (Children's Story Books, Sea Turtle Gifts, Moon Books for K - Hardcover

by **Philippe Cousteau** (Author), **Deborah Hopkinson** (Author), **Meilo So** (Illustrator)

**"Delivers an eloquent environmental message while demonstrating how kids can change the world through teamwork and perseverance."** -- _School Library Journal_

**A triumphant story of environmental activism, community, and friendship:** Acclaimed activist Philippe Cousteau and renowned author Deborah Hopkinson team up to offer a story of the powerful difference young people can make in the world. Meet Viv, who has a new home and a new school by the sea and follow her as she finds her way in a new place and helps bring together a whole community to save the sea turtles of the South Carolina coast.

\- Explores various important themes like activism, philanthropy, volunteerism, and more  
\- Features gorgeous watercolor illustrations that are colorful and engaging  
\- Includes a "Letter to Young Activists" from the author as well as resources to learn more about sea turtles.  
\- Meilo So is the esteemed illustrator of many books, including _Water Sings Blue_. Philippe Cousteau is an award-winning television host, producer, author, speaker, philanthropist, and social entrepreneur. Deborah Hopkinson is the author of many award-winning nonfiction books for young readers

**Fans of _Manfish_ and _Water Sings Blue_ will also enjoy the inspiring storyline and stunning illustrations in _Follow the Moon Home_.**

\- Great family and classroom read-aloud book  
\- Books for kids ages 4-6  
\- Children's picture books for kindergarten through third grade

### Author Biography

Philippe Cousteau is an award-winning television host, producer, author, speaker, philanthropist, and social entrepreneur. He lives in Los Angeles, California.

Deborah Hopkinson is the author of many award-winning nonfiction books for young readers. She lives with her family near Portland, Oregon.

Meilo So is the esteemed illustrator of many books, including _Water Sings Blue_. She lives in the Shetland Islands.

**Number of Pages:** 48

**Dimensions:** 0.5 x 9.8 x 10.3 IN

**Illustrated:** Yes

**Publication Date:** April 05, 2016

**Accelerated Reader:**

**Quiz Name:** Follow the Moon Home: A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles

**Interest Level:** Lower Grades, K-3

**Reading Level:** 3.2

**Point Value:** 0.5

## Details

- **Price:** 19.99 USD
- **Vendor:** Books by splitShops
- **Type:** Books
- **Tags:** Books by splitShops, Shopify Collective

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