Book

The world of coral reefs / Erin Spencer ; illustrated by Alexandria Neonakis.

Spencer, Erin T., (author.). Neonakis, Alexandria, (illustrator.).

Summary:

"In this illustrated book for ages 7 to 10, marine ecologist Erin Spencer provides fascinating, scientific information about coral reef and conservation work that scientists are undertaking, and solution-oriented ways kids and families can help in the effort"-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

ISBN: 9781635863376
Physical Description: 48 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Publisher: North Adams, MA : Storey Publishing, [2022]
Copyright: ©2022.

Content descriptions

General Note:	Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Rainforests of the sea -- A world of coral -- The Great Barrier Reef -- Coral close-up -- The building blocks of reefs -- Soft, swaying corals -- Coral babies -- One polyp becomes many -- A reef is born -- A Hawaiian creation story -- An ecosystem in balance -- No backbone? No problem! -- So many fish! -- Large and in charge -- Coral reefs help people -- Everything is connected -- The reefs need our help -- Trash talk -- Warmer oceans hurt corals - - Science at work -- Glossary -- Going deeper -- Index.
Target Audience Note:	Ages 7-10 years Storey Publishing. Grades 4-6 Storey Publishing.