Luna the Cat

Meet Luna-an ordinary cat with an extraordinary TALE!

In 1559, Luna lives a quiet life in a small village in Mexico. But everything changes when he unexpectedly finds himself aboard a Spanish frigate bound for the unknown. Swept into a thrilling journey across the sea, Luna must learn to navigate life on a ship, face the fury of a powerful hurricane, and confront fears he never knew he had.

Through adventure, discovery, and survival, Luna learns that the biggest challenges sometimes come from within, and that even the smallest creatures can shape the course of history.

Written by a historian and underwater archaeologist, this inspiring chapter book brings the past to life and encourages young readers to explore the wonders of history, courage, and self-discovery.

Author: Mike Thomin,Nicole Grinnan
Publisher: Mosaic Creative LLC
Published: 07/04/2025
Pages: 94
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.30lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.19d
ISBN: 9798218738983
Audience: Ages 9-12

About the Author
Thomin, Mike: - Mike Thomin is a historian and storyteller who has spent nearly two decades bringing the past to life for audiences of all ages. He works for the Florida Public Archaeology Network (FPAN) as the Director of Education and Interpretation and is a Faculty Senior Research Associate at the University of West Florida. Through his work, Mike helps people discover Florida's buried history-from sunken shipwrecks in the Gulf to ancient Indigenous villages beneath our feet.Mike's love of storytelling led him to create "Archaeology Storytime," a program designed to spark curiosity in young minds by blending archaeology and imaginative tales. His debut children's chapter book, Luna the Cat, grew out of that very idea-making history fun, relatable, and exciting for young readers.In addition to writing for kids, Mike is an experienced museum professional, public historian, and published scholar. His research and creative work have appeared in a variety of academic journals and books, including The Journal of the American Revolution, Interdisciplinary Journal of Maritime Studies, The Museum Review, Journal of Archaeology and Education, Pensacola History Illustrated, the ACUA Underwater Archaeology Proceedings, and Deadman's Chest: Even More Archaeology of Piracy (University of Florida Press). He's also contributed to documentaries on the Travel Channel and Discovery Channel.When he's not writing or working on heritage projects across the Southeast, Mike enjoys scuba diving, filmmaking, and exploring the maritime history that inspires so much of his work.Grinnan, Nicole: - Nicole Bucchino Grinnan is an archaeologist, educator, and lifelong student of the sea. She serves as Assistant Director of the University of West Florida's Archaeology Institute and has spent over a decade researching and preserving coastal and underwater heritage. A Registered Professional Archaeologist and scuba instructor, Nicole brings the past to life both in the field and in the classroom. She's passionate about making history accessible and inspiring the next generation (including her own daughter) to connect with the stories beneath our feet and below the waves.