coral reefs and islands

Simple text and full color photographs introduce beginning readers to the characteristics and geographical locations of coral reefs.

Takes an in-depth look at coral reef habitats and the animals, organisms, and plants that dwell there, as observed during an imaginary dive to Australia's Great Barrier Reef.

Discusses what coral reefs are, what makes them unique, where they are found, what plants and animals make up their food webs, and what impact humans have on these fragile ecosystems.

Contains photographs and information about the Great Barrier Reef, a collection of thousands of individual coral reefs and islands located off the northeastern coast of Australia, discussing how the reef was formed, the behaviors of coral organisms, the geologic structure of the reef, and the plant and animal life it supports.

A hermit crab who has outgrown his shell searches for a new one among the creatures of Australia's Great Barrier Reef. Includes a key which identifies the coral reef animals in the illustrations.

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.

The Critter Kids become shipwrecked on the mysterious Octopus Island where they encounter the evil Dr. Yes and the giant octopus.

Text and photographs reveal the busy undersea life of a Caribbean Sea coral reef.

Explores the coral reef ecosystem, explaining what coral reefs are and where they are found, looking at animal life in and around coral reefs, and discussing threats to coral reef environments.

Presents one hundred facts about coral reefs, describing the fish, corals, and predators found in the reefs, how they are explores, and why they are under threat.