{"product_id":"over-and-under-the-waves","title":"Over and Under the Waves","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow in paperback! Explore the wonders and beauties of the ocean's kelp forests in this addition to the acclaimed Over and Under series. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAward-winning duo Kate Messner and Christopher Silas Neal return in this latest addition to the Over and Under picture book series, this time exploring the rich, interconnected ecosystem of the ocean!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver the waves, the sea lions bark and seagulls wheel and call. The bay is smooth and bright in the sun. But under the waves, there's a whole hidden forest, full of whales and wolf eels, sardines and sea bass, leopard sharks and luminous jellies, as well as the waving kelp that shelters them all. Discover the magical depths of the kelp forest, and all the fascinating creatures living just a paddle's length away over and under the waves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection data-test-id=\"category-information-section\" class=\"pb-4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"_r_14_\" data-test-id=\"category-information-section-content\" class=\"AccordionText-sc-870321c6-0 kVUMxd relative\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"space-y-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"f_t_base f_t_color whitespace-pre-wrap f_t_paragraphSansRegular\"\u003eSo Many Fascinating Facts: Kids are endlessly curious about the natural world and the wildly varied animals and plants living in it and the ocean is full of amazing and surprising life! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"f_t_base f_t_color whitespace-pre-wrap f_t_paragraphSansRegular\"\u003eEnvironmental Awareness Made Wonderful: Preservation of our wilderness―and of our oceans in particular―is essential, and this book makes such a great, upbeat jumping-off point for discussions of the importance and wonder of our world's natural habitats and ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"f_t_base f_t_color whitespace-pre-wrap f_t_paragraphSansRegular\"\u003eThe Gorgeous Underwater World: This new book in the Over and Under series illuminates the magic and amazing biodiversity of the kelp forest by telling the story of one family's kayaking trip through a real-world ocean ecosystem. Lyrical prose and color-drenched illustrations will draw even the most reluctant readers into the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"f_t_base f_t_color whitespace-pre-wrap f_t_paragraphSansRegular\"\u003eStrong Curriculum Connections: The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) emphasize learning about animal habitats\/biomes in K-2 curriculums, while later grades address topics like food chains, conservation, and endangered species. With a depth of research and an engaging, highly visual narrative, this book is an excellent resource for librarians and primary school educators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"f_t_base f_t_color whitespace-pre-wrap f_t_paragraphSansRegular\"\u003eFrom a Favorite Author-Illustrator Team: Kate Messner and Chris Neal make nonfiction approachable and appealing! These two award-winning creators have received countless accolades and published books to critical acclaim, making them the perfect team to tackle any nonfiction topic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"f_t_base f_t_color whitespace-pre-wrap f_t_paragraphSansRegular\"\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"f_t_base f_t_color whitespace-pre-wrap f_t_paragraphSansRegular\"\u003e• Those who loved Over and Under the Snow and other books in the Over and Under series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"f_t_base f_t_color whitespace-pre-wrap f_t_paragraphSansRegular\"\u003e• Fans of Kate Messner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"f_t_base f_t_color whitespace-pre-wrap f_t_paragraphSansRegular\"\u003e• Lovers of the ocean and marine life\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"f_t_base f_t_color whitespace-pre-wrap f_t_paragraphSansRegular\"\u003e• Parents and grandparents seeking beautiful books to read aloud together\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"f_t_base f_t_color whitespace-pre-wrap f_t_paragraphSansRegular\"\u003e• Teachers, educators, and librarians seeking illustrated nonfiction books with STEM content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"f_t_base f_t_color whitespace-pre-wrap f_t_paragraphSansRegular\"\u003e• Anyone seeking a distinctive gift for a child who loves animals or nature\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Hachette","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67281919672395,"sku":"9.7818E+12","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1352\/7901\/files\/PRODUCTIMAGES1-2026-10-19T221424.416.jpg?v=1792430157","url":"https:\/\/shopmissmonroe.com\/products\/over-and-under-the-waves","provider":"Miss Monroe Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}