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About Habitats: Oceans

by Cathryn Sill

Book 5 in About Habitats

Subject
Science & Nature - Earth Sciences - Water (Oceans, Lakes, Et
Age
3-5 years
Format
Trade Paperback
Pages
48
Publisher
Peachtree Publishers
Size
24.9 cm × 21.1 cm
ISBN
9781561459605
A simple first look at oceans from the creators of the award-winning About Habitats series.

In simple, easy-to-understand language, author and educator Cathryn Sill teaches children what oceans are, what kinds of animals and plants live there, and why oceans are important.

Noted wildlife illustrator John Sill offers beautifully detailed paintings that depict the characteristics of different types of oceans—from the Arctic to the Indian Ocean. A glossary and afterword provide readers with further details.

Ideal for casual exploration or for early childhood and elementary science units.

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What reviewers said

"This handsome volume from the Sills' About Habitats series introduces the world's largest habitat. . . The paintings are notable for the subtle use of color to recreate effects of water and light within the scenes. . . [A] fine addition to science collections. . . "
Booklist
"A lovely primer on Earth's largest habitat, this book illustrates all the ocean basics with spare text and vivid watercolors. A detailed afterword allows readers to dig deeper."
Scholastic Parent and Child Magazine
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