Little Books with Big Subjects

These marine-themed children’s books have lessons to share without sacrificing story.

Nov 19, 2024 | 1,600 words, about 8 minutes

New Reads for Coastal Kids Are Packed with Fun and Facts

These 10 coastal-themed books deliver more than pretty pictures.

Jun 28, 2024 | 2,000 words, about 10 minutes

Ten Coastal Kids’ Books Offer an Ocean of Adventure

From the poles to puddles, this season’s selection of books wanders our fascinating world.

Nov 17, 2023 | 3,000 words, about 15 minutes

Twelve New Kids’ Beach Reads to Inspire Action and Adventure

Young readers can become archaeologists, seaweed harvesters, and Arctic explorers, all through the pages of books.

Jun 22, 2023 | 2,000 words, about 10 minutes

“Earth’s Beating Heart”: 12 Coastal-Themed Books to Help Kids Grow Their Understanding and Empathy

From the Arctic to the Antarctic and from the smallest bioluminescent organism to the biggest whales, this season’s selections take readers through the world’s oceans and introduce them to a range of incredible species.

Nov 24, 2022 | 2,000 words, about 10 minutes

Turning the Tide: 13 New Books to Get Kids Reading and Exploring Nature

From solo sojourns to the seashore to family expeditions out at sea, this season’s selections will inspire you and the little ones in your life to embark on coastal adventures.

Jun 30, 2022 | 2,400 words, about 12 minutes

Fourteen New Coastal Kids’ Books to Entertain and Inspire Readers of All Ages

This season’s selections feature guessing games, solutions to plastic pollution, and some gnarly narwhals.

Nov 25, 2021 | 2,900 words, about 15 minutes

“Your Heart Never Forgets the Story”: 12 New Coastal Kids’ Books to Remember

From board books featuring Indigenous art to picture books highlighting solutions to the plastic problem, this season’s selections teach children about caring for the environment and each other.

Jul 8, 2021 | 2,400 words, about 12 minutes