Community
2 June, 2023
Sweet cat and the sea story
BUNGALOW resident and author Chele Castley is launching her debut children’s book, The Captain’s Cat and the Stars of the Sea, this Saturday, a beautifully illustrated story that will have Cairns’ kiddies falling in love with the wonders of the ocean.
From 10am to 12pm at Dundees at the Cairns Aquarium on June 3, local families can chat one-onone with the author and get a signed copy of the book.
Federal Member for Leichhardt Warren Entsch has also endorsed the book and will distribute it through primary schools in the electorate.
The book tells the story of Theia, the cat of a ship captain that travels around the world, and as she looks at the stars in the night sky, she realises stars are shining in the sea.
With the help of sea creatures, she will try to unveil the mystery of the stars of the sea.
Inspired by her love of the sea and her experiences as a marine biologist, Ms Castley penned the book, aiming to create a fun educational tool that would teach children to care for our oceans.
“I love educating and children are like sponges. If you can get to them early, it will make for better adults who will help keep our oceans clean,” she said.
To buy the book, visit www.shawlinepublishing.com.au
