In One Tidepool: Crabs, Snails and Salty Tails

by Anthony D. Fredericks

Go on a field trip between two covers with Tony to a special, brilliant habitat, a tidepool. A whole community of creatures lives there! Humor, a fun rhyme, good science, and brilliant illustrations come together in a clear, easily understood package. Two pages of Field Notes and fun facts at the back of the book offer intriguing glimpses of these creatures, from snails to sponges.

Genres: Nature, Science, Animals, Nonfiction, Childrens, Picture Books

32 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 1, 2002

Reviews

[Kathryn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good introduction to tide pools for the picture book crowd. The story itself felt a bit disjointed at first, we get a rather humorous introductory letter written by a sea star, then begin the story proper with a girl looking at the tide pool, then we go into a bit of a "house that jack built" spin-off, each page adding to the list of creatures, the foundation being "barnacles with legs so small / that waved at the girl who watched them all / in one tidepool, fun to explore /A web of life on a rugged shore" Ultimately, though, the overall effect is appealing and the illustrations are vibrant. Endorsements by professionals (such as professor of oceanography) and back matter including suggestions for further reading and organization that work to preserve animal habitats boost the educational value.

[sb · Rating 3 out of 5]

i purchased this book on a trip to washington state after my first tidepool adventure. while this book has beautiful illustrations and inspires wonder, i’m not a fan of the story. it’s a spin off of a hole in the bottom of the sea.

[Kelly Case · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book for my classroom science library- especially since my students reside around Monterey Bay. Whimsical illustrations and a fun rhythm to the reading.

[Sally · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great way for our family to learn more about the creatures we see in rock pools.

[Eileen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Use for American Girl Program - Kailey Hopkins

[Dolly · Rating 4 out of 5]

A nicely illustrated book that has a singsong, rhyming narrative about the life in a tidepool.