{"product_id":"caves-9781338726626","title":"Caves","description":"\u003cb\u003eA masterful exploration of one of nature's most curious ecosystems, \u003ci\u003eCaves\u003c\/i\u003e is a magical journey into subterranean wonders perfect for fans of Jason Chin.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIn the shade of the woods is a hill with a hole. Beaconing black. Goosebump chills. Excitement and fear battle. What will win? You want to go in... do you dare?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsing evocative storytelling, Nell Cross Beckerman urges children to explore one of nature's most curious ecosystems. Dramatic, poetic language guides kids through different caves around the world while nonfiction text allows for deeper understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDebut illustrator Kalen Chock's stunning illustrations will astonish readers, as each new page brings another delightful surprise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtensive backmatter includes an author's note, best practices for safe cave exploration, and additional information about the caves featured in the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn ideal choice for nature lovers, future explorers, and fans of Jason Chin and Kate Messner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNell Cross Beckerman writes books for children to inspire wonder and celebrate adventure. A former reality\/documentary TV producer, she is the author of the acclaimed book \u003ci\u003eCaves\u003c\/i\u003e, which received three starred reviews. She is also the author of \u003ci\u003eDown Under the Pier\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWhen the Sky Glows\u003c\/i\u003e, and more to come. Nell lives in Culver City, California, with her husband, two daughters, and their beloved pooch, Teddy. Visit her at NellCrossBeckerman.com. \u003cbr\u003e Kalen Chock is a senior concept artist working in video games, feature animation, and film for over 10 years. He has worked for studios like EA\/Glu Mobile, DreamWorks, Warner Bros, The Mill, Ember Lab, and ILM. He is the illustrated of the acclaimed book \u003ci\u003eCaves\u003c\/i\u003e, by Nell Cross Beckerman.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Orchard Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50586072187154,"sku":"9781338726626","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_06754a44-d578-4a88-8769-1935ad275f8c.jpg?v=1732040954","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/caves-9781338726626","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}