Synopses & Reviews
There are lots of babies in the bayou, and even though they might have sharp teeth, hard shells, webbed feet, or quick claws, their mothers still need to watch over them and protect them from harm. The babies learn how to dig, swim, and follow their alert mothers? lead. Children will fall under the bayou?s spell as they learn all about this unusual and rich habitat.
Review
"Transports children to a distinctive habitat that most will never see." -
Booklist, starred review
Synopsis
There are lots of babies in the bayou, and even though they might have sharp teeth, hard shells, webbed feet, or quick claws, their mothers still need to watch over them and protect them from harm. The babies learn how to dig, swim, and follow their alert mothers lead. Children will fall under the bayou s spell as they learn all about this unusual and rich habitat.
Synopsis
Famed naturalist Arnosky introduces young readers to the intriguing creatures of the bayou. Even though the babies might have sharp teeth, hard shells, webbed feet, or quick claws, their mothers still need to watch over them and protect them from harm. Full color.
About the Author
Jim Arnosky lives in South Ryegate, Vermont.