Jean Case, National Geographic Society, Chairperson
"Gabrielle Raymond McGee's Wave Makers brings the incomparable expertise and experience of Dr. Sylvia Earle's life as a scientist, explorer and oceanographer to life so the next generation can both learn from her work and be inspired to protect our planet and its oceans for future generations. A must-read for any future explorer in your life."
Dr. Sylvia Earle, Library of Congress' Living Legend, National Geographic's Explorer-At-Large, Her Deepness
"Put on your superhero cape and dive into this joyful account of sea creature power and see how you can use your power to make waves for the ocean!"
Rose Marcairo, Patagonia, Former CEO
"This informative and entertaining book about the incomparable Dr. Sylvia Earle, filled with the creativity, humor, and intelligence of new author Gabrielle McGee, will inspire the Wave Makers of the future...With every page turned, readers will be delighted by McGee's witty insights and clever storytelling, making this a must-read..."
Kirkus Reviews
"McGee's children's book offers a joyful and hopeful introduction to protecting the superheroes of the sea. ...Expertly mixing engaging facts with a solid narrative throughline, the book has high re-readability value.... An educational story to inspire young readers to become environmental change-makers."
BookLife
"McGee introduces young readers to legendary oceanographer Dr. Sylvia Earle and fun, fascinating facts about the nature of our seas in this engaging picture book...Young children who have an interest in science or STEM programs will find this story inspiring, informative, and a pleasure to page through, making it a strong addition to elementary classrooms."
The Prairies Book Review
" McGee's eloquent prose immerses readers in the vast underwater world...Each page is brimming with tiny treasures, begging for eagle-eyed readers to explore...Beyond simply introducing various ocean dwellers, McGee also offers valuable information on ocean conservation and provides resources for families and educators..A perfect blend of entertainment and meaningful information."
Independent Book Review
"Bright & intelligent- a kids science book about caring for this big, mostly blue planet. I could see this book as a kids' science resource in your library for years to come. Full of awesome and interesting marine science, Wave Makers would make a top-notch addition to classroom and homeschool libraries."
