Olly the oyster lives in the Chesapeake Bay. He loves to drift with the currents, but Olly has been traveling his whole life and wants to settle down. He wants to do something important--help clean the Chesapeake Bay. But what can a little oyster do? He doesn't have pincers or fingers or sharp teeth or legs and feet. Journey under the Chesapeake Bay with Olly's little minnow friend and find out how Olly the Oyster Cleans the Bay . Fun and whimsical illustrations make this educational tale a great gift for ages 3 to 8. Subject categories include: Science & Nature, Environment & Ecology, Water Books, Oceanography, Marine Life, and Self-esteem. Grades Pre-K to 3. Charming, anthropomorphic illustrations enhance this simple and enjoyable story. --Midwest Book Review "Delight your preschooler with Elaine Ann Allen's rhythmic tale of Olly the Oyster, a determined little fellow who wants to help the Chesapeake Bay." Dotty Holcomb Doherty, Bay Weekly "Author Elaine Ann Allen, a Marylander, gives young readers a unique glimpse into what goes on under water. Think glass-bottom boat in the form of a book with a good message." SpinSheet: Chesapeake Bay Sailing In addition to teaching children about oysters, this book also shows children how much they have to offer and how important their actions can be. Elaine Ann Allen is an avid environmentalist from Goldsboro, Maryland. She received a BA in English Literature from Washington College. While studying at Washington College she interned at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and has volunteered at the Marine Studies Lab and Aquarium in Manhattan Beach, California. Elaine has written several articles about sea life and enjoys educating the public about aquatic life and the importance of the environment. Artist and illustrator Kelli Nash is a graphic designer and illustrator who graduated Cum Laude with a BFA in graphic design and illustration from American Intercontinental University in Atlanta, Georgia. Her style ranges from colorful children’s illustrations to fine art. She works mostly in acrylics, watercolors, pen, and ink.