This adorable book is a story about a school-aged manatee named Maggie. Maggie, a southern girl, has an adventurous spirit. She spends her free time searching the waterways of Florida to find things she can use to make clothing and accessories. On the first day of Manatee Sea School, Maggie meets a red-headed boy manatee who she immediately dislikes. In this story, Maggie learns a very valuable lesson in compassion. 25 Pages.