cover image The Octonauts and the Great Ghost Reef

The Octonauts and the Great Ghost Reef

Meomi, . . Immedium, $15.95 (36pp) ISBN 978-1-59702-019-0

The Octonauts are a team of eight underwater explorers who resemble Hello Kitty and friends, but have the gumption of Jacques Cousteau. Capt. Barnacles Bear and his crew, which includes a bunny, octopus, and otter, find their vacation to the Great Reef City interrupted when they discover that the reef is silent and white, like a ghost town. Investigating reveals that the buildings were blocking the sun and preventing healthy algae growth. Kids should be drawn in by the zippy graphics and comprehend the message about conservation. Ages 4–8. (Dec.)