Recently the government has been impelling general marine education to enhance citizens' ocean awareness and become willing to approach the sea. Yet, quality materials are not enough, therefore, influenced by these two factors, Marine literature is surprisingly overlooked. Definition of Marine literature in a broad or a narrow sense will contribute to the important approach of marine educational materials for marine educators. Hence, this paper first presents the definitions of marine literature, marine culture, children's literature, marine picture books, etc., investigates the picture book ”The Fantastic Undersea Life of Jacques Cousteau”, and reveals the feasibility of applying this book for marine education. Last, recommendations are provided for researchers, instructors and authors who are interested in creating marine picture books.