The Chesapeake Bay, North America's largest estuary, is truly amazing. This unique book sparks the interest of elementary and middle - school kids in the Bay. It introduces them to the fascinating creatures and plants in and around its 2,500 square miles. It simply explains concepts like watershed, airshed, and food web. Kids can learn about the interesting traits of plants, animals, birds, and fish near the Bay. There's also a new 'Citizen Science' guide on water quality that enables both children and adults to monitor local streams and creeks. Style Number: 51499

This book is a great read for kids. First, sit back and read through the pages to learn about the Chesapeake Bay. When you come across the concepts like watershed and airshed, take your time to understand them. If you're interested in the 'Citizen Science' part, you can go to local streams and creeks with an adult. Use the guide in the book to start monitoring water quality. Just handle the book gently to avoid any damage. Keep it in a dry place when you're not using it. Have fun exploring the world of the Chesapeake Bay with this book!