Explore how French naval officer Jacques Cousteau forever changed the way people experience life underwater in this STEM-driven graphic novel by GLAAD Media Award–winning author Ned Wolfe and illustrator Caroline Hu.

An NSTA-CBC 2026 Best STEM Book!

A NCSS-CBC 2026 Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People!


Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling Who Was? series!

Dive into the sea with Jacques Cousteau as he works to develop the Aqua-Lung—the first modern scuba device—which allowed for safer, longer, and deeper diving. A story of friendship, experimentation, and innovation, this graphic novel immerses readers in Jacques’s journey of combining his passions for tinkering, filmmaking, and the sea. This accessible narrative makes a splash with bright, full-color illustrations that will transport readers below the water's surface.
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  • SELECTION | 2026
    NCSS-CBC Notable Children's Trade Books in the Field of Social Studies
  • SELECTION | 2026
    NSTA - CBC Best STEM Selected Titles

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Explore how French naval officer Jacques Cousteau forever changed the way people experience life underwater in this STEM-driven graphic novel by GLAAD Media Award–winning author Ned Wolfe and illustrator Caroline Hu.

An NSTA-CBC 2026 Best STEM Book!

A NCSS-CBC 2026 Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People!


Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling Who Was? series!

Dive into the sea with Jacques Cousteau as he works to develop the Aqua-Lung—the first modern scuba device—which allowed for safer, longer, and deeper diving. A story of friendship, experimentation, and innovation, this graphic novel immerses readers in Jacques’s journey of combining his passions for tinkering, filmmaking, and the sea. This accessible narrative makes a splash with bright, full-color illustrations that will transport readers below the water's surface.

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Who HQ is your headquarters for history. The Who HQ team is always working to provide simple and clear answers to some of our biggest questions. From Who Was George Washington? to Who Is Michelle Obama?, and What Was the Battle of Gettysburg? to Where Is the Great Barrier Reef?, we strive to give you all the facts. Visit us at WhoHQ.com View titles by Who HQ

Awards

  • SELECTION | 2026
    NCSS-CBC Notable Children's Trade Books in the Field of Social Studies
  • SELECTION | 2026
    NSTA - CBC Best STEM Selected Titles

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