Book excerpt: Molly is the Grandmother Manatee to Mikie. Every night before Mikie goes to sleep, she tells him one of her enchanting stories. She shares stories her Grandparents told her as they visited the wetlands, rivers and the vast salty Ocean. One night Mikie, had a bright idea. He would like to keep the stories alive for generations to come and together, they will teach others the lessons and go on field trips to wetlands, rivers, oceans, the rain forest and all the places Mother Nature has created. The ocean was alive with excitement and on the first day of class there was not an empty seat in the classroom. Please follow us as we go on fieldtrips, learn about the ocean, and the environment that surrounds her. Find out ways we can all work together with the goal of making the World a better place for the next generation. Always remember that if we do not have plants we do not have oxygen to breath. Remember if we do not have water to water the plants all oxygen is lost. Most importantly remember it is up to all of us to spread the passion, and wisdom. We need to continue to share the stories our Grandparents told us and continue to pass on the history of our unfolding miracles that our environment provides. Never forget that we are today's pioneer.