Welcome to the Bank Street Children's Book Committee's (CBC) Searchable Best Books List, a tool designed to help educators, families, librarians, and others access developmentally appropriate and engaging books for young readers (ages birth - 18).
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Noisy Puddle, The: A Vernal Pool Through the Seasons
Linda Booth Sweeney
Illustrator: Miki Sato
Ages: 6+
Published: 2024
Publisher: Owlkids Books
ISBN: 978-1-77147-531-0
Keywords: Ecology-global, evaporation, cycles, breeding grounds, drought, flooding prevention, filtering
A temporary shallow wetland ecosystem of plants and animals, changing throughout the year, stores rain and has other important environmental benefits. Seasonal colors showcase the wildlife and curious children. Back matter.