Gracie Under the Waves

An empowering story from #1New York Timesbestseller and Newbery medalist Linda Sue Park starring a young snorkeling enthusiast who draws inspiration for fighting climate change from interacting with her pesty little brother.A Green Earth Book Award Honor BookInspired by her own experience, beloved author Linda Sue Park tells the story of a girl learning how to impact a cause she cares about while navigating the ups and downs of a sibling relationship and turning disappointment into opportunity.Gracie loves snorkeling! She loves it so much, she convinces her parents to let her plan a family vacation to Roatan, Honduras, where they can all snorkel together. She even makes a new friend there. Now, if only her irritating little brother would leave her alone, everything would be perfect. Then Gracie hurts her leg, and all her carefully made plans start to come apart. Worse still, she learns the reef itself is in serious danger. Gracie wants to help the reef . . . but she's just a kid. What can she do to make a difference?Fortunately, her new friend has a few ideas!Kids Activism: A perfect trip takes an unexpected turn when Gracie discovers a cause worth fighting for, proving that youre never too young to help save the planet.A Sweet & Sour Sibling Story: Navigating the warm waters of Honduras is almost as tricky as navigating a relationship with her energetic, and often irritating, little brother Ben.Climate Change For Kids: An accessible and inspiring introduction to the real-world challenges facing our oceans, from coral bleaching to pollution, all woven into a heartfelt story.Immersive Ocean Life: Join Gracie as she explores the vibrant underwater world of Roatán, from fairy basslets to sea turtles, in a story perfect for young marine life enthusiasts.