Nim's Island tells the fictional story of an adventurous girl named Nim, who lives on a remote island in the South Pacific. You might think that because Nim lives far from "civilization" she would be very lonely. But Nim is blessed with many good friends, including a bird named Galileo, a lizard named Fred, a green sea turtle named Chica, and a sea lion named Selkie who looks after Nim as though she were one of Selkie's pups. As a book, Nim's Island is a fun, engaging read. As a movie, the story expands beautifully to fit the big screen, becoming as informative a look at marine life in the ocean, as it is a story packed with intrigue and adventure.

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Although Nim's Island is a make-believe place, there are special places in the ocean called national marine sanctuaries.

		In theaters: April 4, 2008 More about the Walden Media film and the book by Wendy Orr. SCAVENGER HUNT: Participate in our virtual Nim's Island scavenger hunt. Find one of Nim's ocean friends that is threatened by marine debris, like floating plastics in the ocean. HINT:All seven species of this ocean animal are listed as threatened or endangered. Search in the "Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Marine National Monument" encyclopedia. Check out these cool wallpapers!

These marine protected areas are living classrooms where people can see, touch and learn about our nation's underwater treasures, as well as protect them for this and future generations. The ocean sustains life on Earth and humans must live in ways that sustain the ocean.

Nim's Ocean Guardian Kid's Club offers children a stimulating opportunity to express their insights, observations and understanding of their natural environment through the creation of original stories, poetry and visual art. All K-8 students are eligible and encouraged to join...find out more!