{"product_id":"about-habitats-coral-reefs-hardcover","title":"About Habitats: Coral Reefs - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eCathryn Sill\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJohn Sill\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis 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\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eABOUT 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA map, an afterword, and a glossary provide more detailed information about coral reefs in general and about the wildlife featured in the illustrations.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCathryn and John Sill are the expert team who created the \u003ci\u003eAbout... series\u003c\/i\u003e as well as the \u003ci\u003eAbout Habitats\u003c\/i\u003e series. Their books have garnered praise from educators and have won a variety of awards, including Bank Street Best Books, CCBC Choices, NSTA\/CBC Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12, and Orbis Pictus Recommended. Cathryn Sill, a graduate of Western Carolina University, taught early elementary school classes for thirty years. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eJohn Sill holds a BS in wildlife biology from North Carolina State University. Combining his knowledge of wildlife and artistic skill, he has achieved an impressive reputation as a wildlife artist.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 8.6 x 10.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 23, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51750639304992,"sku":"9781682636053","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/62f72b0795e5c80d07ab5b1ac06026e8.webp?v=1779955385","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/about-habitats-coral-reefs-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}