seals (animals)

When Princess Beatrice finds a little seal pup alone while exploring Silver Rock Bay, she and her friend Kiera must reunite the baby seal with its mother before the big storm comes.

"Different kinds of seals live all over the world, including in the Arctic and Antarctic. No matter where these coastal-dwellers live, they're always pretty cute. Through text written specially for beginning readers, this volume introduces where seals can be found, what they eat, and how they interact with their ocean environment"--Provided by publisher.

Text and color photographs present the differences between seals and sea lions.

". . . tells the story of the northern elephant seal, from being hunted to near extinction less than 100 years ago to their thriving population of more than 250,000 today"--Provided by publisher.

". . . discusses in detail the feeding and breeding traits of [seals and sea lions], their reproductive processes, their defense mechanisms, and their forms of communication and provides a deeper appreciation of the variety and complexity of life in the ocean"--Provided by publisher.

"When a young fisherman is rescued from the depths of the sea by a playful seal, a magical, touching and tender friendship is formed"--Back cover.

". . . readers learn about the biological, social, and hunting characteristics of [elephant seals]"--Provided by publisher.

"Hawaiian locals and visitors always enjoy spotting endangered Hawaiian monk seals, but Honey Girl is an extra special case. She has raised seven pups, and scientists call her "Super Mom." After Honey Girl is injured by a fishhook, she gets very sick. Scientists and veterinarians work to save Honey Girl until she can be released back to her beach. This true story will have readers captivated to learn more about this endangered species."--Provided by publisher.

Describes different types of seals and all the things seals can do in the sea.

Some animals look so alike, it's difficult to tell which is which! The Seal or Sea Lion book in the Which Is Which? series helps readers discover the similarities and differences between seals and sea lions. Focused on 21st Century content, the Which Is Which? series encourages readers to ask questions, think more critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.