Consider the Octopus — Nora Raleigh Baskin

Two tweens. One case of mistaken identity. A summer adventure filled with humor, heart, and an empowering call to save our oceans.

Jeremy "JB" Barnes is looking forward to a summer hanging on the beach. But instead, he finds himself seasick and bored aboard a research ship, staring out at the endless debris of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Miles away, twelve-year-old Sidney Miller is determined to skip summer camp and pursue an alternative activity that will impress her overprotective parents.

When Jeremy is tasked with inviting important scientists to an Emergency Global Summit, he unknowingly messages Sidney, mistaking her for a renowned marine biologist. Sidney, creating podcasts from her bedroom, decides to sneak aboard the ship.

In Consider the Octopus, Nora Raleigh Baskin and Gae Polisner weave a tale of synchronicity, friendship, and environmental activism. This heartwarming story celebrates the power of young people to make a difference and highlights the urgent need to protect our oceans and Earth. Perfect for readers aged 8-12 who love STEM, adventure, and a touch of humor.