Seahorse Reef: A Story of the South Pacific

Smithsonian's Oceanic Collection

by Sally M. Walker

A male seahorse cares for the tiny babies growing inside his pouch. Soon the babies will be ready to hatch and swim on their own. Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Seahorse Reef is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations.



Book
- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations
- 32 pages
- Appropriate for 3-9
- Mini book 5 7/8 x 4 3/4 inches

Genres: Nonfiction, Picture Books, Childrens

31 pages, Hardcover

First published October 28, 2000

About the author

Sally M. Walker has written science books for children, including Earthquakes, an NSTA/CBC Best Science Trade Book of 1997. She lives in DeKalb, IL.

Reviews

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

Magical!!! This is a watercolor looking, painterly illustrated book about a seahorse and the life in the reef. We learned about procreation and parenthood and got to see the beautiful baby seahorses swim through the water.