The Living Shoreline
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The Living Shoreline by Valerie J Frey
Oysters are humble animals yet very important. Vital to the health of our coast, this keystone species helps filter coastal waters and protects shorelines from undue erosion. In addition, oysters are a source for both food and physical shelter for a wide array of other animals as well as some plants.
This book began with a federal grant to create a living shoreline, a manmade slope carefully engineered to provide optimal living conditions for oysters and that will function as a seamless part of the natural environment. Such living shorelines allow oysters to thrive while they also help protect the land from some of the problems that are increasing because of climate change. Why add a children's book to an ecological building project? Learning about oysters and their role in the environment will help our young people grow into adults who are good stewards of our planet. Understanding life cycles and the interconnections between species, no matter how small, are crucial to that outcome, and oysters are a fascinating and compelling way to explore those concepts. INCLUDES: Full-page color illustrations throughoutInset illustrations highlighting associated species, life-cycle stages, ecological insights, and human uses of oysters
Amazing oyster facts
Ways to help support oysters
Further reading
Oysters are humble animals yet very important. Vital to the health of our coast, this keystone species helps filter coastal waters and protects shorelines from undue erosion. In addition, oysters are a source for both food and physical shelter for a wide array of other animals as well as some plants.
This book began with a federal grant to create a living shoreline, a manmade slope carefully engineered to provide optimal living conditions for oysters and that will function as a seamless part of the natural environment. Such living shorelines allow oysters to thrive while they also help protect the land from some of the problems that are increasing because of climate change. Why add a children's book to an ecological building project? Learning about oysters and their role in the environment will help our young people grow into adults who are good stewards of our planet. Understanding life cycles and the interconnections between species, no matter how small, are crucial to that outcome, and oysters are a fascinating and compelling way to explore those concepts. INCLUDES: Full-page color illustrations throughoutInset illustrations highlighting associated species, life-cycle stages, ecological insights, and human uses of oysters
Amazing oyster facts
Ways to help support oysters
Further reading
Valerie J. Frey is a writer, archivist, and an educational consultant. She lives in Athens, Georgia.
Alan Reid is an instructional designer specializing in science education. With a personal closeness to the natural world and lifelong interest in animals and ecology, Alan uses his skills as an illustrator and graphic designer to foster understanding, affection, and curiosity for Earth and its inhabitants. He lives in Decatur, Georgia.
Alan Reid is an instructional designer specializing in science education. With a personal closeness to the natural world and lifelong interest in animals and ecology, Alan uses his skills as an illustrator and graphic designer to foster understanding, affection, and curiosity for Earth and its inhabitants. He lives in Decatur, Georgia.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780820362441 |
| ISBN 10 | 0820362441 |
| Title | The Living Shoreline |
| Author | Valerie J Frey |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | University of Georgia Press |
| Year published | 2022-01-15 |
| Number of pages | 40 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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