Books like Surfer! (Penguin Reader Level 1)
Award winning
Under The Sea
K.D. Mitchell, AG Energy, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Explore vibrant marine life in a delightful underwater world.
Engages young minds with colorful, detailed illustrations.
Supports early literacy and vocabulary development.
Encourages curiosity about marine biology and ecology.

Under The Sea
K.D. Mitchell, AG Energy, 2021
Award winning
Sea Quest: Stengor the Crab Monster: Special 1
Adam Blade, 2019
192 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, engaging underwater exploration.
Introduces marine biology through captivating storytelling.
Enhances critical thinking with problem-solving scenarios.
Ideal for nurturing curiosity and knowledge about oceans.

Sea Quest: Stengor the Crab Monster: Special 1
Adam Blade, 2019
Seashores
Kate Jackson Bedford, 2005
32 pages
Why to read
Explores marine life through engaging, educational narratives.
Enhances knowledge of ecology and conservation efforts.
Supports development of empathy through character interactions.
Colorful illustrations captivate and boost visual learning.

Seashores
Kate Jackson Bedford, 2005
Award winning
In the Sea
Karen Patkau, 1990
28 pages
Why to read
Explores marine life with enchanting illustrations.
Encourages ecological awareness and conservation efforts.
Simple, engaging narrative for young readers.
Supports cognitive development through visual learning.

In the Sea
Karen Patkau, 1990
Award winning
The Very Messy Mermaid
Tracey Corderoy, Kate Leake, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with an adventurous underwater journey.
Encourages cleanliness and responsibility in fun ways.
Supports emotional development and resilience lessons.
Engaging read-aloud choice for family bonding time.

The Very Messy Mermaid
Tracey Corderoy, Kate Leake, 2013
Sealife
Leslie Jackman, 2003
80 pages
Why to read
Introduces diverse marine life in an engaging way.
Encourages environmental awareness from a young age.
Enhances vocabulary with sea-related terms and concepts.
Supports early scientific learning and curiosity.

Sealife
Leslie Jackman, 2003
Award winning
A Dive into the Deep: The Adventurous Readers Series
Tessa Pfeifer, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Explores marine life through captivating adventures.
Enhances knowledge on ecosystems, fostering environmental awareness.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

A Dive into the Deep: The Adventurous Readers Series
Tessa Pfeifer, 2023
Award winning
Dear Mermaid
Alan Durant, Vanessa Cabban, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and imagination through enchanting mermaid tales.
Enhances empathy by presenting diverse, relatable characters.
Encourages literacy with engaging, simple text structure.
Supports emotional development through heartwarming stories.
