Burlington Public Library

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn how manatees live and survive in the ocean. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the mammal's appearance, diet, life cycle, and behaviors. Take a Look! infographics highlight and label the mammal's range and habitat as well as its anatomy. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity...

Explores the world of manatees, including their habitats, physical characteristics, diet, behavior, and threats to their environment.

Readers are introduced to basic facts about manatees in this exciting volume. Vibrant photographs and straightforward text will inspire any young reader to keep learning about manatees. They are sure to be enchanted with these big, gentle mammals.

The strange-looking sea mammal called the manatee is a gentle creature. Picture yourself with algae and barnacles growing on your skin, coming up to take a breath every few minutes, and always searching for a tasty plant to eat.

"Simple text and photographs present manatees and their lives under the sea"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the habitat, physical features, and unique atrributes of the manatee and its relative the dugong.

Introduces manatees, their physical appearance, habits, babies, and status as endangered animals.

Describes, in simple terms, the appearance, infancy, habits, behavior, and habitat of the manatee or sea cow.

Discusses the physical characteristics, feeding and mating behavior, interaction with humans, and habitat of manatees.

Learn about these gentle giants and why they are threatened with extinction.