Pearls in the Sand
protecting sea turtles in oaxaca
$31.56
- Hardcover
40 pages
- Release Date
29 December 2025
Summary
Pearls in the Sand: A Sea Turtle Story
Papá Grande once poached sea turtles, but now he dedicates his life to protecting them. This heartfelt picture book, from the author and illustrator of Benito Juárez Fights for Justice, follows his journey of sea turtle conservation in Oaxaca, Mexico.
From welcoming turtles to the beach to safeguarding their precious eggs in a hatchery, Papá Grande works tirelessly to combat extinction. Elegant text, lush illustrations, and det…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781250257789 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1250257786 |
| Author: | Beatriz Gutiérrez Hernández |
| Publisher: | St Martin's Press |
| Imprint: | St Martin's Press |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 40 |
| Release Date: | 29 December 2025 |
| Weight: | 454g |
| Dimensions: | 279mm x 229mm |
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Critics Review
“This book is a rich resource for STEM learning and will inspire young readers to investigate and even engage in conservation activities.” -School Library Journal, starred review“A significant case study in grassroots wildlife conservation.” -Booklist
“A satisfying blend of storytelling and science that honors both sea turtles and the people working to save them.”-Kirkus
“Hernández highlights the work of tortugueros–those who “dedicate their lives to sea turtle conservation”–in this deeply felt story…In minty greens and cool teals, smooth acrylic gouache and colored pencil artwork emphasizes the quiet patience the undertaking requires, while closing remarks offer a resounding takeaway: “Diving deeper into the world of sea turtles can strengthen our appreciation for nature.”“–Publisher’s Weekly
About The Author
Beatriz Gutiérrez Hernández
Beatriz Gutierrez Hernandez is an illustrator and an animator born and raised in Guadalajara, Mexico, and based in Brooklyn. She received an Ezra Jack Keats honor for her picture book, Benito Juárez Fights for Justice.
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