Mother of Sharks (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780593523582)

Forbes 30 Under 30 Honoree and globally renowned shark scientist Melissa Cristina M疵quez teams up with award-winning illustrator Devin Elle Kurtz to create an informative, powerful picture book. With lyrical writing and gorgeous art, this moving story explores Melissa's personal journey from inquisitive ocean-loving child in Puerto Rico to becoming the Mother of Sharks.

As the sun sets over another gorgeous day at la Playita Del Condado in Puerto Rico, Meli doesn't want to go home. She loves the ocean more than anything, and with only five minutes left at the beach, she knows exactly where her last stop should be: the tidal pools. They are small universes of their own teeming with critters and creatures of the ocean. While looking into the pools, she meets a crab, Jaiba, who takes her on a dreamlike underwater adventure, teaches her about the importance of shark conservation, and reveals Meli's ultimate destiny: to become the Mother of Sharks.

Blending the autobiographical with the fantastical, Melissa Cristina M疵quez shares her incredible story not only to dispel myths about these misunderstood creatures but also to pave the way for Latinas in STEM. Paired with Devin Elle Kurtz's vibrant, emotive illustrations, this picture book is an irresistible journey through the wonders of the ocean and, above all, a rallying cry for marine conservation.

Author: Melissa Cristina M疵quez
ISBN-10: 059352358X
ISBN-13: 9780593523582
Publisher: Penguin Workshop
Language: English
Published: 05/30/2023
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 10.10h x 10.10w x 0.50d

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 04/01/2023
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 05/01/2023
Publishers Weekly 04/17/2023
Booklist 05/15/2023 pg. 54
School Library Journal 06/30/2023 pg. 1