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About Seabirds - (About...) by Cathryn Sill (Hardcover)

About Seabirds - (About...) by  Cathryn Sill (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"[The author] uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children what seabirds are, where they live, what they eat, and how they move. [The illustrator's] detailed, full-color illustrations show the characteristics of different types of seabirds--from the Magnificent Frigatebird to the Blue-footed Booby. A glossary and afterword provide further fascinating details about seabirds that will inspire readers to learn more"--Provided by publisher.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><b>A simple first look at birds that spend most of their lives on or near the ocean. From Cathryn and John Sill, creators of the award-winning <i>About...</i> series.</b></p><p>In this addition to the <i>About...</i> series, award-winning author Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children what seabirds are, where they live, what they eat, and how they move.</p><p>Illustrator John Sill offers detailed watercolor art that shows the characteristics all seabirds share, while offering a closer look at a number of these distinctive birds that spend most of their lives on or near the ocean, lakes, or along the shore--from the Brown Pelican and the King Penguin to the Magnificent Frigatebird and the Blue-footed Booby.</p><p>A glossary, afterword, and suggestions for further reading will inspire young readers to learn more.</p><p><i>About Seabirds</i> is part of the award-winning <i>About...</i> series. Ideal for casual exploration as well as for early childhood and elementary science units on birds, marine, and animal life.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"The uncluttered format...will be appealing to young audiences." --Booklist Online<br><br>"Sill's artwork enhances the text... The detailed illustrations are engaging and informative.... This serviceable guide to seabirds contains straightforward language and colorful illustrations. Recommended for most public and school libraries." --School Library Journal<br>

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