Rosenstock, Barb. Sea Without a Shore: Life in the Sargasso. Katherine Roy, Illus. Norton, 08/2024. 32pp. Nonfiction. Trade $18.99. 978-1-3240-1607-6. GRADES 1–3. HIGH ADDITIONAL.
The Sargasso Sea is the stuff of legends: a shoreless ecosystem, built from currents, teeming with unique life. Lyrical, active, scientifically accurate language pairs with detailed, jewel-toned, realistic watercolors, inviting readers to marvel at the rich complexity and biological importance of a fragile community that owes everything to the Sargassum algae. A diagram and text reveal key species found in the European, North American, Bermudan, Mexican, African, Caribbean, and South American waters. Suitable for a readaloud. The many species hiding within the detailed illustrations make this great for sharp-eyed readers. Back matter includes photographs and an extensive author’s note with additional facts and sources. Review based on an ARC.
Melissa McAvoy—Retired