About This Book
"A City Under the Sea" is a breathtaking photo essay that invites young readers to discover the intricate beauty and diverse inhabitants of a coral reef. Through the lens of acclaimed underwater photographer Norbert Wu, children will encounter schools of anemones, powerful sharks, camouflaged flounders, and a sea turtle on its journey to lay eggs. This book serves as an excellent introduction to marine biology and ecology, sparking curiosity about ocean conservation. It's ideal for children aged 4-11, offering both visual wonder for younger kids and factual insights for older elementary readers.
Magnificent coral formations create a lovely and mysterious ocean home for schools of anemones, sharks, and barracuda in this photo essay by one of the world's leading underwater photographers. Flounders hide in the sandy bottom and predators lurk at the edges while a sea turtle swims through to lay her eggs on the beach beyond. Colorful and dramatic photos bring to the reader the wonders of a very special undersea realm.
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Discussion Prompts
1
What was your favorite animal in the coral reef and why?
2
How do you think the different animals in the reef help each other?
3
What are some ways we can protect coral reefs and the animals that live there?
4
If you could visit a coral reef, what would you want to see or do?
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