Yuma Public Library

"This absorbing look at ocean science covers the biology of coral reefs as well as their ecological importance."--Amazon.com.

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to life in a coral reef. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

During an ordinary visit to the library, a girl pulls a not-so-ordinary book from the shelves. As she turns the pages in this book about coral reefs, the city around her slips away and she finds herself surrounded by the coral cities of the sea and the mysterious plants and animals that live, hunt, and hide there.

A brief introduction to coral reefs, including where they are found, how they grow, what lives in them, their importance, and efforts being made to protect and restore them.

"In this Where Is? title, kids can explore the Great Barrier Reef is big enough to be seen from space but made up of billions of tiny living organisms. The Great Barrier Reef, off the coast of Australia, is the world's largest coral reef system. Stretching more than 1,400 miles, it provides a home to a wide diversity of creatures. Designated a World Heritage Site, the reef is suffering from the effects of climate change but this fascinating book shows...

"This title will introduce readers to coral reef ecosystems, the plants and animals that thrive there, its climate, its food web, any threats to it, and conservation efforts. Readers will also learn about the most well known coral reefs and their unique characteristics."--Publisher's website.

Examines the variety of life found on coral reefs, including the seahorse, hermit crab, and sea slug.

Coral reefs are home to so many beautiful fish and sea creatures. There have been coral reefs since the time of the dinosaurs, but now coral reefs are in danger of dying.

This book describes animals that live in coral reefs, such as Christmas tree worms, clownfish, pufferfish, moray eels, blue-spotted stingrays, green sea turtles, manatees, and grey reef sharks.

Discusses coral reefs, examining their physical structure and the animals that live on them.