Trouble on the St. Johns River by Jane R. Wood

by Jane R. Wood
(Jacksonville, Florida)

"Trouble on the St. Johns River" is a fiction book with an environmental theme. Brothers Joey and Bobby Johnson are outraged when they discover their favorite fishing pond covered with dead fish and green muck - a fish kill! They decide to "do something" about it. That leads to a close encounter with a manatee, a visit to a center that rehabilitates injured sea turtles, and a boat tour on the St. Johns River.

What they learn through these experiences inspires them to create "The Greenies" and chart a course of action that captures the attention of many, including a local TV station.

It's a story of awakening that will inspire young readers to become more aware of their environment and give them some ideas on how to preserve it.

As the author of this book, I wanted to show kids that they can make a difference too!