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The Secret Stream

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The Secret Stream by Kimberly Ridley is a delightful children's book that explores the hidden life of a stream, inviting young readers to discover the vibrant ecosystem beneath its surface. Through engaging storytelling and beautiful illustrations, the book reveals the fascinating layers of life in and around the water, encouraging an appreciation for nature's wonders.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this charming children's book if you're fascinated by the hidden wonders of nature. It takes young readers on a beautiful journey discovering the secret life of a stream, offering a captivating blend of science and storytelling that can inspire curiosity and exploration. Perfect for young naturalists and anyone interested in wildlife and ecosystems.

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The Secret Stream

In this nonfiction picture book, a stream narrates its own natural history as it flows from its headwaters in the mountains to its mouth in the lowlands, introducing the plants and animals that line its banks and live in its waters.

As with The Secret Pool and The Secret Bay, Kimberly Ridley shows again why she is a child?s best guide to the natural histories of our planet?s waters.

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The poetic story, combining lyricismwith natural history excellence, is augmented and enriched by informativesidebars and backmatter. Birds, mammals, amphibians, and insects peek out from the beautiful, scientifically accurate illustrations.

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The Secret Stream by Kimberly Ridley receives praise for its engaging narrative, which is told from the stream's perspective and invites young readers to journey along its path from spring to river. The book is noted for its educational value, presenting information about ecosystems, aquatic life, and environmental interconnectedness with a smooth blend of rhyming and narrative text. Illustrations are highlighted for their realistic depiction of flora and fauna, enhancing the reader's understanding and appreciation of nature. The alternating text styles, however, may occasionally disrupt the reading flow. Overall, it encourages young naturalists to explore and appreciate the natural world around them.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780884488170

Publisher: Tilbury House,U.S.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 October 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Tilbury House,U.S.

Illustration: color

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Megan Elizabeth Baratta

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 236.0mm

Height: 312.0mm

Weight: 466g

Pages: 40

About the Author

Science writer Kimberly Ridley is an award-winning author of nonfiction books for children. Her joy is sharing her love of nature and writing with children through her books and school visits. Kimberly’s picture books, The Secret Pool (Kirkus starred review) and The Secret Bay, have received honors including Riverby Awards from the John Burroughs Association for “outstanding natural history books for young people.” Her newest book is THe Secret Stream A former magazine editor, Kimberly has written for publications including The Boston Globe, the Christian Science Monitor, and Downeast Magazine. She holds an MS in Science Journalism.   Megan Elizabeth Baratta is a children's book illustrator and winner of the School Library Journal's inaugural 2022 Endies Award for Best Map. She lives in central New York with her husband, daughter, and three cats. She loves rendering scenes of ordinary life and showing their quiet beauty. Her books include Most Days, I Begin With Spring, and The Secret Stream.

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