Giant Rays of Hope
Protecting Manta Rays to Safeguard the Sea
by Patricia Newman
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Pub Date Oct 01 2024 | Archive Date Aug 31 2024
Lerner Publishing Group | Millbrook Press ™
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Description
Off the coast of Perú, gentle giants swim beneath the waves. Thanks to the work of Kerstin Forsberg, giant manta rays have become a symbol of hope for ocean conservation in the region. Mantas are a flagship species, and when they’re protected, the whole ocean ecosystem benefits.
Kerstin, who founded the organization Planeta Océano, has taken a new approach to ocean conservation. Previous conservation projects were often led by scientists from other places who didn’t work with the local people. When Kerstin decided to help manta rays, she sought the opinions of local fishers and educated them about the dangers of overfishing, bycatch, and poaching—things that affect both manta rays and fishers. She also involved local schools and teachers.
With the help of teachers, students, and fishers, Kerstin launched a project to identify and track manta rays and protect them, making the ocean a better place for all creatures. Dive in with author Patricia Newman and explore how taking care of the ocean can benefit everyone!
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9798765607992 |
| PRICE | $34.65 (USD) |
| PAGES | 56 |
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Featured Reviews
Bethea S, Educator
The photographs in this book are phenomenal! They captured details of the rays from all angles and the colors are vivid. There are also many pictures of the people who live in the area, showing the groups that were taught about the rays who have worked to help protect them. There are photographs of fisherman and their boats and of children at school. Every important aspect of the project to save the rays is illustrated in some way.
This book is divided into 4 chapters: Making Waves, Embracing Manta Rays, From Hunters to Ambassadors, and Living in Balance. Each chapter tells a part of the story about how an ocean conservationist worked with people in Peru to help save the manta rays.
I really enjoyed reading this book and learning about conservation initiatives. I learned more about manta rays too. This would be a great book for a middle school library, but would also be appropriate to use as research for someone in high school, or even elementary school with some adult support.
Thank you to #NetGalley for an eARC of #GiantRaysofHope by #PatriciaNewman in exchange for honest feedback.
