This beginner?s guide offers a first glimpse into the natural world of amphibians. In this addition to the acclaimed About? series, educator and author Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children what amphibians are, how they look, how they move, what they eat, and where they live. With beautifully detailed, realistic paintings, noted wildlife illustrator John Sill introduces readers to a variety of amphibians, from frogs and toads to salamanders and more. An afterword provides details on the animals featured and inspires readers to learn more.

This beginner’s guide introduces coral reefs to young learners (PK-2) and showcases the diversity of wildlife found around the world in these complex ecosystems ABOUT HABITATS: CORAL REEFS is an engaging first glimpse into this unique habitat. In simple terms, author and former teacher Cathryn Sill explains what corals are and how reefs are built, describes the characteristics of some of the world’s major coral reefs, and highlights some of the many species of animals and plants that have adapted to life in these fragile environments. Detailed illustrations by award-winning wildlife artist John Sill depict a variety of coral reefs, from the Great Barrier Reef in the Pacific Ocean to the Red Sea Reef in the Indian Ocean. The colorful, detailed paintings bring the coral reefs to life for young naturalists. A map, an afterword, and a glossary provide more detailed information about coral reefs in general and about the wildlife featured in the illustrations.

A thoughtful yet entertaining glimpse into the amazing world of the ocean for young children. In simple, easy-to-understand language, this guide teaches children what oceans are and what kinds of animals and plants live there. A glossary and afterword provide readers with further fascinating details. Award-winning author Cathryn Sill and her husband, noted wildlife illustrator John Sill, offer young readers an informative and entertaining first glimpse into ocean habitats.

The latest book in this acclaimed series explores the major attributes of the Arctic and Antarctic biomes and showcases the striking beauty and remarkable diversity of these regions. Award-winning author Cathryn Sill and her husband, noted wildlife illustrator John Sill, offer young readers a first glimpse into polar regions. In simple, easy-to-understand language, this guide teaches children what the polar regions are and what kinds of animals and plants live there. A glossary and afterword provide readers with further fascinating details.

This beginner?s guide explores the major attributes of rivers and streams and showcases their remarkable diversity using examples of waterways from around the globe. In this addition to the About Habitats series, award-winning author Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children what rivers and streams are and explain how various species of animals and plants have adapted to life in or along these waterways. John Sill?s detailed, full-color illustrations show the characteristics of the world?s different rivers and streams?from the mountain streams of the Alps to the mighty Amazon River in South America. A glossary and afterword provide further fascinating details about rivers and streams to inspire readers to learn more.

An educator favorite for first conversations about waterways and conservation. From the creators of the award-winning About Habitats and About… series. Author and illustrator team Cathryn and John Sill offer an accessible introduction to rivers and streams, their major attributes, the animals and plants that live there, and their remarkable global diversity. This colorful volume uses examples from the rushing springs of the Appalachians to the slow-moving Murray River in the flatlands of Australia to help preschoolers and early elementary learners understand the importance of the world's waterways. An afterword provides additional details for more advanced readers. Author and former educator Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children what rivers and streams are and explain how various species of animals and plants have adapted to life in or along these waterways. Noted wildlife illustrator John Sill provides full-color photo-realistic art to show the characteristics of the world's different rivers and streams--from the mountain streams of the Alps to the mighty Amazon River in South America. Students, teachers, and parents have testified to the strong appeal of all ten books in the About Habitats… series, especially the Deserts, Mountains, and Forests volumes.

An educator favorite for first conversations about seashores and conservation, from Cathryn and John Sill, creators of the award-winning About Habitats and About... series In this addition to the award-winning About Habitats series, former educator and author Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children about seashores, their diversity, what kinds of animals and plants live there, and why they’re important. With the help of beautifully detailed paintings by noted wildlife illustrator John Sill, the author describes the characteristics of many types of seashores—from the sandy beaches on some shores of the Indian Ocean to the rocky cliffs along parts of the Atlantic Ocean—and shows how various species of animals and plants have adapted to life in these habitats. An afterword and glossary provide more detailed information about seashores in general and about the flora and fauna featured in the illustrations.

This beginner's guide to tundras explores the unique attributes of this cold habitat, showcasing its beauty and plant and animal diversity. From Cathryn and John Sill. Former educator and author Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children what tundras are, what kinds of animals and plants live there, and how certain species have adapted to the unique, harsh environment. The book covers the characteristics of Arctic, Antarctic, and alpine tundras. John Sill's detailed, realistic paintings reflect the beauty and diversity of the habitat. A glossary and afterword provide more detail for further exploration. Ideal for early childhood and elementary education units on biomes and environments, geography, habitats, and nature. The award-winning About Habitats series introduces children to specific habitats and their living and nonliving components. Each book in the series provides information about the nature and characteristics of the habitat while the full-page illustrations expand on that information. Also available by Cathryn and John Sill: About Habitats: Deserts About Habitats: Forests About Habitats: Grasslands About Habitats: MountainsAbout Habitats: Oceans About Habitats: Polar Regions About Habitats: Rivers and Streams About Habitats: Seashores About Habitats: Wetlands

This beginner's guide to tundras explores the unique attributes of this cold habitat, showcasing its beauty and plant and animal diversity. Author and educator Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children what tundras are, what kinds of animals and plants live there, and how certain species have adapted to the unique environment. The book covers the characteristics of Arctic, Antarctic, and alpine tundras. John Sill's detailed, realistic paintings reflect the beauty and diversity of the habitat. A glossary and afterword provide more detail for further exploration. Ideal for early childhood and elementary education units on biomes and environments, geography, habitats, and nature.

An informative and entertaining introduction for young children to the amazing birds that live near water in all types of habitats In this addition to the About… series, award-winning author Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children what waterfowl are, where they live, what they eat, and how they move. John Sill’s detailed, full-color illustrations show the characteristics of different types of waterfowl—from the Trumpeter Swans of northwestern North America to the Bar-headed Geese of central Asia. Young learners who may only be familiar with the ducklings and geese on local ponds and lakes will be delighted to discover the amazing variety of waterfowl in the world. A glossary and afterword provide further fascinating details about waterfowl that will inspire readers to learn more.