Before Jacques Cousteau became an internationally known oceanographer and champion of the seas, he was a curious little boy. In this lovely biography, poetic text and gorgeous paintings combine to create a portrait of Jacques Cousteau that is as magical as it is inspiring.

 

This book was recognised in the Information Book category by the Beehive Award. It was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Black-Eyed Susan Award.

There are 40 pages in this book. This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+). This book was published 2008 by Chronicle Books .

Eric Puybaret has already published more than 20 books in his native France. His dreamy, peaceful illustrations perfectly convey the charm of this much-loved story. Jennifer Berne is the author of the acclaimed Manfish , about Jacques Cousteau. She lives in Copake, New York. Vladimir Radunsky is an award-winning illustrator. He lives in Massachusetts.