Trouble on the St. Johns River

by Jane R. Wood, Elizabeth A. Blacker (Illustrator)

Overview

Little did brothers Joey and Bobby Johnson know that their attempt to go fishing the first day of their summer vacation would take them on an environmental adventure they'd never forget. Finding their neighborhood pond covered with green muck and dead fish, the brothers set out to "do something" about it. That leads to a close encounter with a manatee, a tour of a center that rehabilitates injured sea turtles, and the creation of "The Greenies." Join Joey, Bobby and their kid sister Katy who find out even kids can help protect our environment - and have fun while doing it!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780979230448
Publisher:	Florida Kids Press, Incorporated
Publication date:	02/22/2010
Pages:	166
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 6.90(h) x 0.50(d)
Lexile:	760L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

Jane R. Wood, a former middle school and high school English teacher, enjoys writing books for kids. Her first two books, Voices in St. Augustine, and Adventures on Amelia Island; A Pirate, A Princess, and Buried Treasure, infuse history into stories filled with mystery and adventure. Her third book, Trouble on the St. Johns River, has an environmental theme that will inspire young readers to become more aware of their own environment. Mrs. Wood and her husband, Terry, live in Jacksonville, Florida. You can visit her website at janewoodbooks.com.

Editorial Reviews

Trouble on the St. Johns River is an informative and fact-based book for young readers that will inspire them to get involved in protecting wildlife and their habitats. It’s a motivational story about how children CAN and DO make a difference. Patrick M. Rose, Executive Director, Save the Manatee Club

Jane Wood’s book is an inspiration to the field of environmental education. Her book provides scientifically accurate information that is presented in a child-friendly manner.” Alicia B. Marin, Senior Educator, Georgia Sea Turtle Center.

We highly recommend Trouble on the St. Johns River to all teachers, parents, students and young people who care about the St. Johns River and our environment. Wood takes the reader on an exciting investigative journey of discovery and enlightenment. Jimmy Orth, Executive Director, St. Johns Riverkeeper, Inc.

The story is a good example of how a small group of kids can generate a wave of positive awareness regarding environmental issues. Angie Golubovich, Environmental Educator, Guana Tolomato Matanzas national Estuarine Research Reserve.

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