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Book Synopsis: AWARDS: *Moonbeam Silver*, *John Burroughs Association Riverby 2016 Award* Estuaries form where river meets sea and fresh water mixes with salt. Teeming with life, these places of salt marshes, mudflats, and tidal backwaters serve as nursery areas for oceangoing fish, migratory stopovers for shorebirds, and homes for an amazing diversity of snails, bivalves, fish, mammals, horseshoe crabs, fiddler and blue crabs, terrapin turtles, plankton, and many others, all of whom we meet in the pages of this delightful book.
Narrated in the poetic voice of the estuary itself, and accompanied by natural-history sidebars about estuary plants, animals, and cycles, THE SECRET BAY is another topnotch nature book from the author and illustrator of the award-winning, bestselling The Secret Pool.
A stand-alone book and a stunning companion volume to Ridley and Raye’s award-winning Secret Pool.
Ridley deftly augments the estuary’s lyrical narrative voice with sidebars about the plants, animals, and natural processes of an estuary.
Raye’s gorgeous watercolors reveal new features and hidden treats with each reading.
Back matter includes The Estuary Food Web, Great Escapes (how estuary animals avoid predators), and an author’s note about the challenges facing estuaries.
A perfect book for the budding naturalist and for his or her parents and teachers.
Fountas & Pinnell Level S
Lexile 1180 Color Throughout
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Discover the mesmerizing world of estuaries with The Secret Bay, a captivating book that has won numerous awards including the Moonbeam Silver and the John Burroughs Association Riverby 2016 Award. Estuaries are an enchanting blend of fresh water and salt water, creating a thriving ecosystem teeming with life. Immerse yourself in the pages of this delightful book and meet a diverse array of creatures including oceangoing fish, migratory birds, snails, bivalves, turtles, and many more.
The Secret Bay is narrated in the lyrical voice of the estuary itself, providing a unique and poetic perspective. Accompanied by informative sidebars about estuary plants, animals, and cycles, this book offers both an engaging story and educational content. With stunning watercolor illustrations by the award-winning illustrator Raye, each reading of The Secret Bay unveils new features and hidden treats.
In addition to the captivating narrative, The Secret Bay also includes valuable back matter such as The Estuary Food Web, Great Escapes (how estuary animals avoid predators), and an author's note about the challenges facing estuaries. This book is the perfect companion for budding naturalists, their parents, and teachers alike, providing a gateway to understanding the delicate balance of nature found in estuaries.
Embark on a journey through The Secret Bay and explore the wonders of estuaries. Witness the intricate relationships between plants, animals, and natural processes. Gain a deeper appreciation for the beauty and importance of these biodiverse habitats. Experience the magic of nature with The Secret Bay, and let it inspire your own curiosity and love for the natural world.
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