Pub Date: February 10, 2014
Dewey: 639.344
LCCN: 2013044815
Lexile Code: 0910
Features: Dust Cover, Illustrated, Price on Product
Target Age Group: 06 to 09
Physical Info: 0.50" H x 10.10" L x 8.80" W ( 0.85 lbs) 32 pages
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Description: "Where else could you stay dry while visiting aquatic animals from around the world? Only in an aquarium can you visit and learn about all these different local and exotic animals. Aquarium staff care for and teach about these animals, as well as work to conserve and protect threatened and endangered species. Follow this behind-the-scenes photographic journal as it leads you into the wondrous world of aquariums and the animal helpers who work there"--
Brief description: Award-winning nature author Jennifer Keats Curtis is frequently found among students and teachers, talking about literacy and conservation. In addition to Moonlight Crab Count, After A While Crocodile: Alexa's Diary, The Lucky Litter: Wolf Pups Rescued from Wildfire, the Animal Helpers series, Baby Owl's Rescue, Kali's Story (Children's Choice Book Award 2015), Salamander Season, Primate School, and Turtles In My Sandbox for Arbordale, some of Jennifer's other recent titles include Seahorses, Osprey Adventure and Saving Squeak: The Otter Tale. She lives in Maryland with her family and a wide variety of pets. Visit her website: www.jenniferkeatscurtis.com.
Review Quotes: "With a nice mix of both male and female role models, students will be able to visualize exciting careers choices in this field. Added activities (For Creative Minds, Animal Fun Facts) let students further explore aquarium life. I recommend this book! - NSTA Recommends