Review of The Hero of Hawk's Nest Beach: A Sea Turtle Rescue

[Rashad Deniro Price]

[Following is a volunteer review of "The Hero of Hawk's Nest Beach: A Sea Turtle Rescue" by Barbara Gervais Ciancimino.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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The Hero of Hawk's Nest Beach: A Sea Turtle Rescue, written by Barbara Gervais Ciancimino, tells the story of two dog friends, Finn and Little Mutt. Finn and Little Mutt go to Hawk's Nest Beach every summer and do have a great time playing with the kids and chasing seagulls. They are even fortunate enough to grab some hot dog crumbs!

Now, there is a problem this particular summertime at Hawk's Nest Beach, and surprisingly, Finn volunteers himself to help the distraught girl in question get back her item, having to his advantage the ability to locate things on the ocean floor. How did this item get into the water, and will Finn's ability actually help him find the lost item? While on this, Finn runs into a sea turtle seriously in need of help. Her name is Olive. Will Finn be willing to inconvenience himself more to give this poor creature another chance at living?

The major character here is Finn, and he is faced with an inner struggle. What I found remarkably fascinating is Barbara's style of connecting Finn's redemption (evolution, enlightenment, growth in worldviews, fulfillment) to his involvement in good deeds. I think this is a great way of teaching children that, in practicality, we are the greatest beneficiaries of every act of kindness, which is helpful for redefining our perception of these acts and removing or reducing the constraints of reluctance and grumbling.

Apart from the lessons on compassion, kindness, personal development, and reward for good deeds, the story also brings to our attention the issue of endangered animals and the priceless jobs the rescue team does to save animals in danger and get them back to their natural habitat in sound health. Moreso, the story began on very impressive ground, giving a vivid description of the scene and the activities going on. This readily got me interested in following the unfolding incidents.

The storyline is seamless and is well complemented with colorful illustrations that perfectly give visual interpretations of the concerned scenes. Also, the text is exceptionally well edited. Given the aforementioned merits, I give The Hero of Hawk's Nest Beach: A Sea Turtle Rescue 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it to every child. I didn't dislike anything in this book.

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The Hero of Hawk's Nest Beach: A Sea Turtle Rescue
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[Rebecca De Figueiredo]

A lovely review, thank you. All I see when I look at this book is happy faces, bright inviting pictures with recognisable subjects. Children will enjoy this delightful little book and absorb some of the messages.

[tarafarah7]

Today's BOTD is a children's book that's both entertaining and educational! Filled with beautiful illustrations, young readers will stay fully engaged throughout as they learn about kindness, friendship, and sea turtles, as well as themes surrounding environmental awareness and heroism. I've downloaded my copy, and I cannot wait to share this with my little nephews. Thank you for your helpful review. Bravo!

[Aishat Fatola]

This will be an intresting book to read. The picture of the two dogs on the cover page attracted me to the book in the first instance. Children will definitely learn alot of life lessons in the book. Thank you for the wonderful review.

[Bertha Jackson]

Once I started sampling this book, I couldn't stop reading until I finished it. It is educational about sea turtles and how kindness and other actions help children grow. Thank you for your review.

[Marion Muguro]

The author talks about two friends Finn and Little Mutt who go to Hawks Nest Beach every summer and do have a great time playing with the kids and chasing seagulls.
Finn volunteers himself to help the distraught girl in questions to get back her item having to his advantage, the ability to locate things on the ocean floor.

[Brienna Cooper]

Lovely review! While I could go on and on about how much I love children’s books, what a neat storyline this is, and how cute the illustrations are (all 100% true!), I feel the need to point out something else. In a story I’m currently reading, a scene just took place that involved the protagonists watching a tank of rescued sea turtles at an aquarium. Now, you’re telling me that the BOTD directly involves them? Not to mention, turtles happen to be one of my all-time favorite animals. Coincidence? I THINK NOT! lol

In all seriousness though, this book seems to be a true gem.

[Prajakta Dagare]

A children's book with a message about good deeds, compassion, and kindness is always welcome. It's a story about two dog friends helping a girl in trouble and emphasizes the importance of attention to endangered animals and preserving their natural habitat.

[Gerry Steen]

A chidren's book about fun on the beach, kindness, heroism, dogs, and sea turtles. This delightful, well-written, well-illustrated book will enthrall both parents and children alike.

[Mradushi Singhal]

This review beautifully highlights Barbara Gervais Ciancimino’s talent for blending important life lessons with an engaging story. I love how Finn’s growth is linked to acts of kindness. The mention of vibrant illustrations and a seamless storyline makes me eager to explore this heartwarming tale of compassion and adventure.

[Princevic Ekeoma]

This book is a book of great lessons which every child and adult needs to read. It is filled with themes like love, courage, adventure, kindness among others. I am particularly drawn to the part of this review which sends this profound message: "we are the greatest beneficiaries of every act of kindness, which is helpful for redefining our perception..." Thanks for the review.

[Rupali Mishra]

congrats on BOTD
A kid's book that promotes love, sympathy, and good deeds is always appreciated. It's a tale of two dog buddies who come to the aid of a girl in need and highlights the significance of protecting endangered species and their natural environments.

[Kim Fauss Lowe]

The review was very enjoyable and I found the sampling to be a great read. Living in an area where there are sea turtles this story was close to my heart. I cannot wait to share this story with my daughter.

[Kshitija Sonawane]

Do you want a good book for kids which will also teach them a lesson? This book is exactly that and will be very helpful for your kids. Congratulations on the BOTD, and best wishes for future projects.

[Suvankar Das 1]

"The Hero of Hawk's Nest Beach" sounds like an absolutely delightful read for kids! Finn's journey from feeling ordinary to realizing his own heroism is such an inspiring story. Perfect for young readers who love animals and adventure, plus it's educational too! Looking forward to sharing this one with the little ones!