"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...

Simple text and photographs describe the physical characteristics and behavior of manatees.

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.

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to manatees. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

"Meet the manatee! Learn about how this underwater mammal comes to the surface to breathe. Elementary-aged readers will discover how manatees use their whiskers to search for food. Full color images and clear explanations highlight the habitat, diet, and lifestyle of these fascinating sea creatures. A Portuguese folk tale explains how manatees are connected to mermaids. Part of Creative Education's Amazing Animals series, this title will delight animal...

"Many people love the world's "sea cows," and baby manatees are even more adorable! Discover manatees' life cycle, their habitat, and the threats they face"--

An introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, various types, life cycle, and habitat of manatees, endangered marine animals that can live up to sixty years.

"A look at manatees, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as their unique respiratory system, behaviors, relationships with humans, and the protected status of these intelligent creatures in the world today"--

"You're deep inside an endangered habitat. In the blue waters of southern Florida you come face to face with nature's gentle giant. Meet the manatee. He's playful, sometimes clumsy, and he rolls around when he's happy. Hear that?! He just squealed with delight. Learn why his world is under threat from pollution and development, and what young environmentalists can do to protect that world."--Amazon.com.

Follows the adventures of a manatee, or sea cow, from birth till after he leaves his mother.