Exploring Aquatic Biomes

In support of state and national science standards, this book explores aquatic biomes. | Covering most of Earth’s surface, aquatic biomes are watery environments teeming with life. This book introduces readers to the defining features of freshwater and marine ecosystems and explains how water conditions such as salinity, depth, and temperature shape these unique habitats. Clear, accessible text explores the different types of aquatic biomes and highlights the plants and animals that live in them. Readers will discover the adaptations that help organisms survive underwater and how aquatic food webs connect life from tiny plankton to large predators. With clear, straightforward language and vibrant photos, this book supports state and national science standards for learners in grades 3–5.