The Adventures of Blue Ocean Bob: A Challenging Job
Brooks Olbrys
(Author)
Description
Blue Ocean Bob loves the sea and wants to dedicate his life to protecting it. He begins a new job as assistant to Mary Marine, the Island of Roses's leading marine biologist, and with his hummingbird guardian, Xena, by his side, works hard to carry out his duties to the sea creatures both on and off the shore. When the challenges mount, Bob seeks advice from Doc the turtle, Earl the clam, and Wallace the walrus, who each help him to develop the positive attitude he needs to succeed. His first task, teaching a young seal to swim in the open ocean, takes him to Doc for instruction. "To teach well," Doc advised, "you must first learn a lot. For how can you give what you haven't yet got?
You are a fine swimmer, Bob. That you have shown.
You just need some time in the sea on your own.
So go snorkel out and don't rush back too soon.
For the training you need, you must leave this lagoon.
And when you return, you can do so with pride.
You'll have learned that true confidence comes from inside." In sparkling, rhyming text and gorgeous color illustrations, Bob begins his studies with both his human and animal guides. Thanks to all of them, Bob learns confidence, responsibility, communication, gratitude and the meaning of success. The Adventures of Blue Ocean Bob: A Challenging Job is the second installment in this colorful and inspiring early chapter book series that provides young readers with an introduction to timeless principles of achievement. "The book is broken down into five chapters, each one focusing on an important life principle. Your child will learn about confidence, responsibility, communication, gratitude and success. All very important lessons for our little ones to learn from an early age.... The illustrations in the book are wonderful. Full of color and fun characters - your child will want to jump into the pages and play at the seaside with Bob."- PennyMindingMom.com "The story is well-written poetry, and very encouraging for children to read. The illustrations are beautiful. Although several of the characters wear glasses, and Doc is the only animal wearing clothes- the characters are all beautifully and realistically drawn. I highly recommend this book to be in any library for character traits. Bob is a wonderful example of determination and resourcefulness. This book is easily five stars." - Selena, Goodreads "I loved how this book was full of positivity and Bob was encouraged to do things even if he felt he couldn't, and he never gave up. I liked how the animals had advice and wisdom to give." -K&A's Childrens Book Reviews Young readers of classic series like Magic Tree House, Geronimo Stilton and Warriors will love these tales of discovery and exploration as they journey with Blue Ocean Bob.
Product Details
Price
$12.95
$12.04
Publisher
Children's Success Unlimited LLC
Publish Date
April 14, 2015
Pages
56
Dimensions
7.1 X 9.5 X 0.5 inches | 0.8 pounds
Language
English
Type
Hardcover
EAN/UPC
9780982961353
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About the Author
Inspired by his young son, Brooks Olbrys created The Adventures of Blue Ocean Bob storybook series to share timeless achievement principles with children. A graduate of Stanford University, the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts, and the University of California at Berkeley School of Law, Brooks is the founder of Children's Success Unlimited. He lives with his wife and son in New York City. From a young age, Kevin Keele has enjoyed creating artwork in many forms: drawing, oil painting, digital painting, even stained glass. His work has been featured in numerous picture books, magazines, board games, and video games. Though he lives far from any coastlines, he has always been fascinated by the ocean and enjoys illustrating its various creatures. He lives in Utah with his wife and three sons.
Reviews
"Brooks Olbrys weaves together a truly amazing and creative 'hero's journey' for children."
-- Mary Morrissey, best-selling author of No Less Than Greatness and Building Your Field of Dreams--Mary Morrissey, best-selling author of No Less Than Greatness and Building Your Field of Dreams (4/9/2015 12:00:00 AM)
"Blue Ocean Bob provides young minds with positive precepts and powerful lessons that will serve them for the rest of their lives."
-- Bob Proctor, personal development coach and bestselling author of You Were Born Rich--Bob Proctor, personal development coach and bestselling author of You Were Born Rich (4/9/2015 12:00:00 AM)
"I love the use of rhyme and rhythm--that not only helps to engage the young reader-listener but also prepares the way for other poetry."
-- Nancy Huddleston Packer, Professor of English Emeritus, Stanford University--Nancy Huddleston Packer, Professor of English Emeritus, Stanford University (4/9/2015 12:00:00 AM)
"Brooks Olbrys' latest book: The Adventures of Blue Ocean Bob: A Challenging Job, teaches important lessons. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. By using words and art, the book will especially entertain children who will one day become our future."
-- Don M. Green, Executive Director, Napoleon Hill Foundation--Don M. Green, Executive Director, Napoleon Hill Foundation (4/9/2015 12:00:00 AM)
"This excellent juvenile marine educational series works well on dual levels, to increase awareness of the need for marine stewardship and to work towards a goal using varied resources and keeping a positive attitude. A gently humorous note is added in the bright colored comic style illustrations."
-- Midwest Book Review-- "Midwest Book Review" (4/9/2015 12:00:00 AM)
-- Mary Morrissey, best-selling author of No Less Than Greatness and Building Your Field of Dreams--Mary Morrissey, best-selling author of No Less Than Greatness and Building Your Field of Dreams (4/9/2015 12:00:00 AM)
"Blue Ocean Bob provides young minds with positive precepts and powerful lessons that will serve them for the rest of their lives."
-- Bob Proctor, personal development coach and bestselling author of You Were Born Rich--Bob Proctor, personal development coach and bestselling author of You Were Born Rich (4/9/2015 12:00:00 AM)
"I love the use of rhyme and rhythm--that not only helps to engage the young reader-listener but also prepares the way for other poetry."
-- Nancy Huddleston Packer, Professor of English Emeritus, Stanford University--Nancy Huddleston Packer, Professor of English Emeritus, Stanford University (4/9/2015 12:00:00 AM)
"Brooks Olbrys' latest book: The Adventures of Blue Ocean Bob: A Challenging Job, teaches important lessons. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. By using words and art, the book will especially entertain children who will one day become our future."
-- Don M. Green, Executive Director, Napoleon Hill Foundation--Don M. Green, Executive Director, Napoleon Hill Foundation (4/9/2015 12:00:00 AM)
"This excellent juvenile marine educational series works well on dual levels, to increase awareness of the need for marine stewardship and to work towards a goal using varied resources and keeping a positive attitude. A gently humorous note is added in the bright colored comic style illustrations."
-- Midwest Book Review-- "Midwest Book Review" (4/9/2015 12:00:00 AM)
