The Exciting Adventures of Hydra & Muste Otter: Life in the Big Sea [Paperback]

George Kingston (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 30, 2001 | Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and up

Meet Hydra and Muste and learn about sea otters through their exciting adventures with other animals of the ocean. As this whimsical pair show us their daily lives by allowing us to "tag along" with them through this delightful story, we will also learn of the majestic humpback whale, playful bottlenose dolphins, sea lions, the mysterious killer whale, great white sharks, the tenacious osprey and other interesting creatures of the sea.

This book contains beautiful real-life color photos of the animals you will meet in the story--both above and below the water. Illustrations and songs complement the imagination of the tale. After you have experienced the adventures of Hydra and Muste, the fun puzzles and activities at the end of the book will clarify and help you remember the scientific terms you learned from this charming story of the hidden world and creatures of the sea.

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About the Author

A graduate from California State University, Chico, with a degree in biology, George Kingston also received an MBA from San Francisco State University. In addition to an accomplished author, George serves as a certified financial planner and financial advisor. Success as a financial advisor has allowed him to follow his heart, which often leads him to adventures of the sea. His lifelong interest in nature and the marine world is manifested in this book, which provided an invaluable opportunity to further research the sea world through the lives of otters. This project also enabled George to offer children an endearing tale to spark their own interest in the magnificent animals of the sea and nature in general. George continues to live and work in Los Gatos, California, approximately 20 miles form Santa Cruz. His first book, Goldilocks Makes Friends, began his own personal adventure as a unique storyteller for children across the globe.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Paperback: 108 pages
• Publisher: G Sharp Prod (November 30, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0966985214
• ISBN-13: 978-0966985214
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.2 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,231,490 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!, November 18, 2007

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This review is from: The Exciting Adventures of Hydra & Muste Otter: Life in the Big Sea (Paperback)

I am very impressed with this book. It is so much more informative and educational than I was expecting. Great pictures and illustrations and a wonderful story. Highly recommended.

5.0 out of 5 stars Motivates kids to grab a pencil, May 17, 2002

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This review is from: The Exciting Adventures of Hydra & Muste Otter: Life in the Big Sea (Paperback)

The Exciting Adventures Of Hydra & Muste Otter: Life In The Big Sea by George J. Kingston is a wondrous, full-color activities enhanced storybook for young readers, about two otter friends and their day-to-day life. Filled with gorgeous photography and educational information about sea creatures, the food chain, and how mammals can survive in the cold and sometimes harsh waters, The Exciting Adventures Of Hydra & Muste Otter is as informationally enriching as it is fascinatingly entertaining. A highly recommended, consumable "Activity Section", provides puzzles for kids, and motivates them to grab a pencil. Rounding out this truly exceptional book, is a simple glossary to help expand the vocabularies of inquisitive young minds.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful and great educational tool!, May 14, 2002

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Ark Lady (Diana L Guerrero) "ArkLady" (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Exciting Adventures of Hydra & Muste Otter: Life in the Big Sea (Paperback)

If you want your child to have fun learning about sea animals then this is a must read. The book has beautiful photographs and fun drawings. The name of each character has roots in animal classification (which I thought was a very clever learning tool) and the story conveys important facts about the animal life contained within.

The story was fun and educational. These animal adventurers are sure to be off on another adventure soon based on the ending. The only weakenss I found was that the book was a bit anthropomorphic for me but kids will love it. As an animal professional, the specific parts I had trouble with were the humans (biologists) feeding the otters in the wild (not a good idea) and the part where the otters ride the orca on his back (transient orcas eat mammals).

The big plus of this book, beyond the breath taking photos, is that the author included clever learning aids in the activity section. If you are an educator or homeschooler you will love it! Inside is a hidden word challenge, a word scramble, a crossword puzzle, questions, a memory game, a sleuth activity, a glossary and classification section and more. Don't worry, an answer key is included!