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“To my delight, your average krill is a far stranger story of metamorphosis than anything our butterflies can come up with.” - Elizabeth Bird, A Fuse 8 Production
A fun exploration of a tiny animal at the base of the ocean food chainJust 2 inches long full-grown, this little guy is the foundation of the Southern Ocean food chain... “Hi. What are you? You appear to be an egg. You are an egg sinking. For many days, you sink. You sink a mile down, and you keep sinking down… down… until…”
The unidentified narrator follows one krill among billions as it pursues its brief existence, eating and eating while metamorphosing from one thing into another and trying to avoid being eaten. Questions and advice are hurled at the krill on every page, but the krill never responds—because, after all, krill can’t talk, and this is nonfiction. Krill are the largest animals able to catch and eat phytoplankton, and they in turn are eaten by the largest animals ever to live on earth—blue whales—as well as by seals, penguins, and a host of others. In other words, krill are really good at eating, and they make really good eating. And that makes them the most important animals in the high-latitude oceans. As in The Whale Fall Café, Dan Tavis’s illustrations combine scientific accuracy with Nemo liveliness and humor. Our star krill is so good at gobbling up phytoplankton that he turns green, so we can pick him out from the crowd racing to escape a penguin’s beak or a blue whale’s gaping maw. The book has been reviewed and endorsed by global krill expert Dr. Stephen Nichol, and the manuscript earned an honorable mention in Minnesota’s McKnight Artist Fellowships for Writers. Helpful backmatter is included. full color
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Are you ready to dive into the fascinating world of marine life? Look no further than "Good Eating: The Short Life of Krill." This award-winning book takes you on a journey through the Southern Ocean, where these tiny creatures play a crucial role in the food chain. At just 2 inches long, krill might seem insignificant, but their impact is immense. Get ready to be amazed as you witness their incredible metamorphosis and learn why they are the most important animals in the high-latitude oceans.
Written by acclaimed author Elizabeth Bird, "Good Eating: The Short Life of Krill" has received prestigious accolades, including the 2022 Cybils Award for Elementary Nonfiction and recognition from the New York Public Library and California Eureka Silver Honoree. With its engaging storytelling and beautiful illustrations by Dan Tavis, this book is sure to captivate both young readers and adults alike.
Authenticity and scientific accuracy are at the core of this book. Dr. Stephen Nichol, a renowned global krill expert, has reviewed and endorsed the content, ensuring that you're getting reliable information. The manuscript of "Good Eating: The Short Life of Krill" also received an honorable mention in Minnesota's McKnight Artist Fellowships for Writers, further cementing its quality.
So why should you pick up a copy of "Good Eating: The Short Life of Krill"? Because the world of krill is truly a marvel. Witness their incredible journey from an egg sinking a mile down the ocean to becoming a vital part of the marine ecosystem. Discover their unique abilities to catch and eat phytoplankton, which ultimately sustains the largest creatures on Earth, such as blue whales, seals, and penguins.
Don't miss out on the chance to explore this enchanting underwater world. Order your copy of "Good Eating: The Short Life of Krill" today and embark on an educational and thrilling adventure that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for these remarkable creatures. Order now and feed your curiosity!
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