Poppy’s family lives on the coast of Maine. Most mornings she hears lobster boats heading out to sea. Poppy’s family always says—lobstering is an honorable tradition. One day at sunrise, Poppy’s Dad asks if she would like to check some lobster traps with him. During her adventure, she learns there’s more to lobstering than hauling and checking the traps. Lobstermen also help protect the ocean. Read along to find out how one small act (and one small person) can make a difference. By purchasing this book, YOU are making an impact. Five percent of sales are donated to the Gulf of Maine Research Institute , which develops and delivers collaborative solutions to global ocean challenges. Laisee Holden grew up in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, exploring the great outdoors with her four younger sisters. She worked in sports marketing for ten years, managing professional athletes. She now raises her three daughters—Poppy, Banks, and Hadley—on the coast of Maine. After rediscovering the magic of Maine through her children’s eyes, she wanted to share the wonder by writing her first children’s book. Her husband, Luke, also grew up in Cape Elizabeth and founded Luke’s Lobster, whose brand mission is to become the world’s most trusted seafood brand. To learn more visit LukesLobster.com Erica Sedler is a visionary artist who spends every waking minute she’s not painting, thinking about painting. And if she’s not doing that, perhaps she’s dancing. Colorful creative expression and drawing outside the lines fill her life with excitement and wonder. Being an artist is her greatest joy. A lifelong Mainer, she’s a big fan of wholesome outdoor fun and deeply cherishes the time spent with her close-knit community. For more information please visit artbyericasedler.com