{"product_id":"marshes-swamps-paperback","title":"Marshes \u0026 Swamps - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eGail Gibbons\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn eye-catching, kid-friendly exploration of marshes, swamps, and the plants and animals that thrive there.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIntroducing, the wetlands: unique ecosystems that are not only a home for an extensive amount of wildlife, but also a vital storage place for one of Earth's most precious resources, water. What lives there? Find out in this simple yet extensive exploration of marshes and swamps and what they are, why they're important, and the birds, fish, and wildlife that make it their homes. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eComparing and contrasting the different types of wetlands, Marshes \u0026amp; Swamps explores the basics of wetland formation, the differences between salt and freshwater ecosystems, and what types of plants and trees flourish in each. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAlso included is an introduction to wetland conservation, a map of major swamp and marshlands in the United States, and a page of marsh and swamp facts. Perfect for elementary students, \u003ci\u003eMarshes \u0026amp; Swamps\u003c\/i\u003e will have you on the lookout for wetlands wherever you travel.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to \u003ci\u003eThe Washington Post\u003c\/i\u003e, Gail Gibbons has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children's writer-illustrator. The multi award-winning Ms. Gibbons is the author of more than 100 books for young readers, including the bestselling titles \u003ci\u003eFrom Seed to Plant\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eMonarch Butterfly\u003c\/i\u003e. Her many honors include the Regina Medal, the Washington Post\/Children's Book Guild Nonfiction Award and the NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book Award.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.12 x 9.96 x 9.75 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 January 01, 1998\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccelerated Reader:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiz Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marshes and Swamps\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterest Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower Grades, K-3\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReading Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.4\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5\u003c\/div\u003e\n                ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51757878444320,"sku":"9780823415151","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/2a19892e46a21d85d9f88532f79b8da5.webp?v=1780113890","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/marshes-swamps-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}