Criaturas do Planeta Azul
EN: Creatures of the Blue Planet
Criaturas do Planeta Azul (EN: Creatures of the Blue Planet) is an illustrated book born from a fascination with the underwater world and a passion for illustration.
Featuring over 150 species, each revealing their unique characteristics, this book showcases vivid illustrations of creatures and their fascinating quirks, presented in an easily accessible format.
While primarily aimed at young readers and children, it is equally enjoyable for adults.
Remember, our actions have a significant impact on our Blue Planet!
The book is currently available in Portuguese, with an English version coming soon.
Key Features
Illustration Focus: Featuring over 150 vivid illustrations of creatures that represent different ocean environments, each highlighting unique behaviors and curiosities.
Educational Value: Designed to be informative yet accessible, making marine biology captivating and understandable for children.
Bilingual Edition: Currently available in Portuguese, with plans for an English version to broaden its accessibility.
Role
Author, illustrator and editor.
Objectives
Inspiration: Inspired by a deep fascination with marine life and a passion for illustration, the project seeks to blend art with education to foster a love for nature in young readers.
Educational Impact: Aims to instill a sense of environmental stewardship by showcasing the beauty and diversity of marine ecosystems.
Outcome
Success Metrics: Positive reception from young readers and educators, fostering interest in marine conservation.
Impact: Recognized for its educational value and artistic merit, contributing to discussions on environmental awareness.
Partnerships and Impact
Criaturas do Planeta Azul is not just a book, but a collaboration with organizations dedicated to sustainability, environmental education, and ocean conservation.
I am grateful for the support of the following partners, who share the vision for a greener, more sustainable world:
Zero - Associação Sistema Terrestre Sustentável
I am proud to partner with Zero, a national non-governmental environmental organization focused on influencing public policy for a more sustainable future. Their work encompasses a wide range of environmental themes, from ocean conservation to sustainable agriculture and climate change. Together, we aim to promote the values of sustainability and ensure that it becomes the guiding principle in all of society's decisions.
Programa Pegadas Guimarães
Supported by the Laboratório da Paisagem and the City of Guimarães, the Pegadas Program is an ecological initiative focused on sustainable development and environmental education within the region. This partnership helps strengthen the impact of Criaturas do Planeta Azul in promoting sustainable policies and practices in Guimarães, aligning perfectly with the book's mission to raise awareness and inspire action for a healthier planet.Guimarães Mais Verde
As part of Guimarães' candidacy for European Green Capital, the Guimarães Mais Verde program is dedicated to enhancing the city's environmental initiatives. Inclusion in this program ensures that Criaturas do Planeta Azul contributes to the collective effort toward greener, more sustainable urban spaces, fostering a deep connection with nature. Guimarães will be the European Green Capital in 2026.Zoomarine
Zoomarine Algarve has generously provided scientific content review for Criaturas do Planeta Azul. As a leading marine education and conservation center, their expertise has helped ensure that the book's educational content on ocean life is both accurate and impactful. Zoomarine’s mission to educate, entertain, and preserve aligns with the book's objectives, as we both aim to raise awareness about the importance of ocean conservation.
English e-book version coming soon!
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English e-book version coming soon! 〰️
"Criaturas do Planeta Azul" aims to not only captivate young minds with the wonders of marine life but also to inspire a sense of responsibility towards the conservation of our Blue Planet.
Press Coverage
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"Criaturas do Planeta Azul" in Raul Brandao Municipal Library
Cristina Araújo presented her book "Creatures of the Blue Planet" this saturday, at an event held in the Raul Brandão Municipal Library in Guimarães.
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Cristina Araujo is the author of the book "Criaturas do Planeta Azul"
This children's book talks about the most fantastic marine creatures and describes their most unusual characteristics, featuring fascinating illustrations that reveal Cristina's enormous talent. The book is part of the educational program "Pegadas" and will be presented by the writer and illustrator of the work in all the schools in the municipality.
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Launch of the book "Criaturas do Planeta Azul" by Cristina Araujo takes place this saturday
The book "Criaturas do Planeta Azul" by Guimarães author Cristina Araújo is recognized as a good environmental practice within the Pegadas project. It will be a tool promoted by the program itself, which is based on the theme of environmental sustainability.
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