In "Matthew and the Sea Singer" by Jill Paton Walsh, young Matthew embarks on an extraordinary adventure after discovering a mysterious creature in the sea—a sea singer known for her enchanting voice and deep connection to the ocean. As he befriends her, Matthew learns about friendship, bravery, and the importance of standing up for what is right. The story weaves themes of environmental awareness and the magical bond between humans and nature, taking readers on a journey that highlights the beauty of the sea and the challenges it faces. Through his experiences, Matthew discovers his own strength and purpose. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 48 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 in 1994 by Hachette Children's Group .

Alan Marks is widely published and has illustrated many books. He is also a 'Smarties Prize' prize winner. Jill Paton Walsh is a distinguished writer, best-known for her adult novel, Knowledge of Angels, which was shortlisted for the 1994 Booker Prize. Among her many children's titles are The Dolphin Crossing (widely acknowledged as a modern classic); Gaffer Samson's Luck (Winner of the Smarties Prize); The Emperor's Winding Sheet (Winner of the Whitbread Award) and Thomas and the Tinners (Winner of the Smarties Prize).