by Peter D. Riley (2004)
Describes the islands of the world, explains why people go to islands, and shows what to do to survive in an emergency on an island.
Bridget Heos
"A child goes on a deep-sea diving adventure in the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, learning about the ocean, and encountering animals and plants that make their homes in this biome. Includes world map of coral reefs and glossary"--
Norman Barrett
Explains the formation of coral reefs and looks at the various creatures, such as crabs, eels, and sponges, that inhabit them.
[Jacqueline Harman
Hiwi, the baby brown kiwi, searches for his identity. Uses a fictional story to introduce factual information about kiwi, native birds, native plants, and forest ecology. Includes notes for teachers, and practical exercises in a workbook format. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.
Cathryn Sill
This beginner's guide explores the major attributes of Seashores and showcases their remarkable diversity using examples 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 about seashores and what kinds of animals and plants live there. John Sill's detailed, full-color illustrations reflect the wide variety of seashore topography. A glossary and afterword provide further fascinating details about the wetlands to inspire readers to learn more.