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School Library Journal
Reviewed on August 1, 2010
Gr 4—8—Project Seahorse follows the work of two dedicated scientists as they explore the life cycle of the tiger tail seahorse and forge partnerships with the people of Handumon in the Philippines to save its habitat. A full-page color map places the islands in their global context and shows the range of seahorses, animals that scientists know little about. The stunning full-color photographs amplify the descriptions of the c...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Magazine
Reviewed on September 1, 2010 |
In Turner's latest contribution to the Scientists in the Field series, we follow a conservation group—Project Seahorse—in their efforts to preserve seahorses, coastal reefs, and the fishing-based livelihood of the residents of Handumon, the Philippines. An entire community participates—founder-scientists Amanda Vincent and Heather Koldewey, biologists J.R. Dongallo and Mia Comeros, local fisher Rodrigo "Digoy" Paden, and othe...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2010
Readers follow a conservation group--Project Seahorse--in its efforts to preserve seahorses, coastal reefs, and the fishing-based livelihood of the residents of Handumon, in th...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Junior Library Guild
Reviewed on September 1, 2010
Vivid descriptions and striking photographs draw attention to an animal that has extraordinary appeal. A heartening example of how science can help to solve real-world proble...Log In or Sign Up to Read More