aquatic ecology

"Zoey and her cat, Sassafras, use science experiments to help a local stream and magical merhorses."--Provided by publisher.

"Marine scientists explore the ocean floor, study undersea life, and protect ecosystems ... [This book] examines the history of this branch of science, what marine scientists do today, and what's next for the field"--Provided by publisher.

"All kinds of animals build . . . homes in or near the water. From beavers to coral, many animals have interesting ways of building. Find out why these . . . animals build and how they do it"--Provided by publisher.

Provides an introduction to water habitats, including oceans, coral reefs, shores, lakes, ponds, rivers, and swamps, and looks at some of the plants and animals that live in each environment.

"Zoey and her cat, Sassafras, use science experiments to help a local stream and magical merhorses."--Provided by publisher.

"Zoey and her cat, Sassafras, use science experiments to help a local stream and magical merhorses."--Provided by publisher.

Text and illustrations examine how creatures adapt and survive in rivers and lakes.

Explores food chains in freshwater environments, discussing different producers, consumers, predators, and decomposers. Includes an enrichment activity, glossary, index, and access to online resources.

Discusses the sources of water, the importance of water in sustaining life, threats to Earth's water supply and ways in which children around the world are taking action to protect this vital natural resource.

Describes the various plants that live in rivers, lakes, swamps, and other bodies of water and explains how they support other forms of life.