Listed in the Best-Selling Pollution Books of All Times – BookAuthority.org ★★★★★ Saving Tally is a 2023 Readers' Favorite Silver Medal Winner in the Children - Educational genre! Embark on an oceanic journey with Tally, the curious little turtle known for her talent for getting into trouble. Dive deep into the ocean to discover the magnificent coral reef and explore the underwater wonders alongside Tall y and her best friend Ara , the wise and strong lobster. An engaging book that addresses the issue of plastic pollution and how it impacts our oceans and sea life. Saving Tally is a fun and engaging adventure into environmental awareness published by Save The Planet Books . Perfect for parents wanting to educate their kids about the environment, nature, and sea life. - A wonderful gift for teachers, librarians, and educators who are looking to teach about environmental protection, plastic pollution, and recycling. Saving Tally is a story that speaks directly to kids showing what plastic pollution can do to wildlife and sea creatures. "As well as the ecological issues presented, this is also a good story about the bond of friendship and looking out for one another , as well as the importance of listening to our elders to avoid dangerous situations. This is both an engaging and educational read with a strong message about pollution" – Emily-Jane Hills Orford for Readers’ Favorite ★★★★★ From the Author I’m on a mission to engage children and their parents in sustainability. My stories are optimistic and entertaining, sprinkled with magic, friendship, and mystery. I talk about climate change, pollution and environmental issues in a simple but inspiring style . It’s never too early to change the world , and my books want to make it fun . Benefits of Environmental Education According to United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), there are four reasons to provide children with environmental education: To make them more aware and conscious of environmental problems. - To boost their interest in caring for and improving the environment. - To enhance their ability to learn about their surroundings. - To broaden their ecological knowledge in subjects such as landscapes, air, water, natural resources and wildlife. Reviewed by Melanie Kennedy for Readers' Favorite. Saving Tally was such a revealing book as I did not even know that the Great Pacific Plastic Patch existed. Serena Lane Ferrari is bringing awareness to everyone , but especially small children, about ways to reduce ocean plastic pollution. By writing this wonderful children's book, she is ensuring that they will learn amusingly and interestingly. Her beautiful story is easy to read and informative. She adds interesting facts about the Great Pacific Plastic Patch as well as six ways we can make a difference. Giorgia Vallicelli provides illustrations for Tally's adventure that are beautiful and colorful and sure to stir children's imaginations . This is a must-read for any parent who wants to teach their kids about the ocean and how to protect its future. Reviewed by Jennifer Ibiam for Readers' Favorite. Tally Turtle was a kind girl who had once saved a lobster from a fisherman's trap. She took the lobster home to Granny Turtle in the Pacific Ocean, and they all became great friends. One day, Granny told Tally that it was time to go on an adventure because she was growing up, but warned Tally to steer clear of the plastic patch. Tally set off with her friend Ara and they made many friends along the way. But while having fun, she sighted a funny one-eyed creature peeping from the dark and went toward it. Ara warned Tally to stop, but she didn't listen. Tally got lost and became enveloped by the plastic patch. She was in danger. Who would save her? Find out in Saving Tally: An Adventure into the Great Pacific Plastic Patch by Serena Lane Ferrari. Saving Tally by Serena Lane Ferrari is a fun and educative story, perfect for children . However, adults can also learn some lessons from this picture book . I loved the cartoon-like illustration and appealing play of colors to hold the young reader's attention. Illustrator Giorgia Vallicelli did an exceptional job. It was also beautiful to see how Serena discussed a sensitive topic affecting our environment at the most basic level that any child will comprehend. This book teaches us to show kindness because the universe has a way of paying back . Tally saved the lobster, and Ara stepped up for her. It teaches us to show courage in the face of danger. We also learn that children must listen to instructions, even when curious. The top take-home from this book is about environmental and ocean protection. Children will learn how they put animals and sea creatures at risk through improper plastic disposal. We must learn to reduce, reuse, recycle, and recover to minimize plastic waste. Reviewed b