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New expanded edition!
In this expanded second edition, discover a full spread, beautifully illustrated adventure map, describing Kobee's journey from Key West, Florida to Nassau, Bahamas, Kobee's weather quiz with its answer key, and the author and illustrator biographies.
Loaded with surprises and exciting facts about weather, this thrilling tale follows Kobee Manatee as he travels across the mighty Atlantic Ocean into the strong Gulf Stream current . . . during hurricane season! His daring adventure begins when Kobee decides he wants to surprise his sister Kim, who lives in the Bahamas, on her birthday. Will Kobee and his sea faring pals, Tess and Pablo, be able to travel safely from their home in Key West, Florida, through all of the wild tropical weather coming their way? Each page includes in-depth, scientific details titled "Kobee's Fun Facts," which expand on the weather events the characters encounter along the way.
Children learn all about weather.
Gallegos, Lauren: - Lauren Gallegos earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration from Cal State Fullerton in 2009 and has been illustrating ever since. 15 years in and she has illustrated over 30 books including several series, board books, historical fiction, biographies, licensed characters, and educational. Lauren also has extensive experience designing children's books from cover to cover including title design, interior layout, and prepping files for print.When it comes to stories, Lauren has always loved books that warm the heart and touch the soul; timeless narratives that speak to your inner child. As a young girl she loved to pour over illustrations that were rich and full. Lauren still loves books that take you to mysterious places and let your imagination run wild with possibilities. Her biggest illustration influences are Chris Van Allsburg, Loren Long, Chris Sheban, Arthur Rackham, and Scott Gustafson to name only a few, but she continues to be inspired by many new and current illustrators as well.Lauren is always looking for opportunities to illustrate great stories with the desire to see how her work will impact the young minds of our future. She is a proud member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. She lives in Southern California with her husband and 2 young children where she loves to tend to her edible and flower garden, play piano, and hike in the California mountains.
Thayer, Robert Scott: - Author Robert Scott Thayer is also a recording artist who writes and performs in the pop, jazz, and children's genres. He has won several international songwriting awards, including honors from Billboard. Thayer's children's song Kobee's Song was produced by Grammy winner Jim Cravero. Robert earned a BBA from Temple University and has also worked as a copywriter. A lifelong passion for manatees led him to spend many hours researching these gentle marine mammals. Thayer is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), the Save the Manatee Club in Florida, and Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI). He currently resides in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Learn more about Robert at robertscottthayer.com.
