Mermaid Kenzie: Protector of the Deeps

Kenzie, a young girl who loves the ocean, takes action to clean up a beach after her mermaid-tail swimsuit gets tangled in plastic bags. She becomes Mermaid Kenzie, protector of the deeps, and inspires other kids to help. The book is written in African American Vernacular English and includes back matter with information about plastic pollution and examples of people who have worked to protect the sea.

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 07 April 2022
Publisher: Astra Publishing House

Kenzie's unwavering passion for the ocean fuels her proactive efforts to clean up the beach after her mermaid-tail swimsuit becomes entangled in floating plastic bags. As she dons her mermaid tale, she transforms into Mermaid Kenzie, a guardian of the depths. During a snorkeling expedition near a shipwreck, Kenzie is heartbroken to find more plastic bags than fish. Armed with her spear and mermaid net, she embarks on a mission to cleanse the water and shore, inspiring other children to join her cause. Beautifully written in African American Vernacular English, this poetic picture book features informative back matter that delves into the origins of plastic pollution in our oceans and showcases the remarkable actions of individuals, including Kenzie, who have dedicated themselves to protecting the sea. Mermaid Kenzie celebrates the remarkable impact that even the smallest actions can have on preserving the beauty and vitality of our oceans.

Dimension: 216 x 279 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781635923100