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2003-12-01
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Smith, R. Cadwallader
On the Seashore
Cassell's "Eyes and No Eyes" Series, Book VII
Reading ease score: 89.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Five-fingered Jack -- A stroll by the sea -- Birds of the shore -- Crabs -- Shrimps, prawns and barnacles -- Plants of the shore -- Flower-like animals -- Sea-weeds and sea-grass -- The jelly-fish -- Shells and their builders (1) -- Shells and their builders (2).
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"On the Seashore" by R. Cadwallader Smith is a non-fiction educational book likely written in the late 19th century. This publication is part of a series aimed at children and is designed to introduce readers to the fascinating world of marine life found on the seashore. The book explores various sea creatures, plants, and the ecological interactions within these coastal environments. The content consists of several lessons that delve into different aspects of seashore life. Sections of the book cover a range of topics including the anatomy and behavior of starfish, crabs, and various mollusks such as mussels and oysters. Each chapter combines descriptive narratives with observations of these creatures, often complemented by illustrations. The lessons encourage curiosity about nature, emphasizing the diversity of life along the shoreline, the mechanisms of survival for various sea organisms, and the interdependence that characterizes coastal ecosystems. Through engaging explorations, the book seeks to educate younger readers about the importance of marine biology and the delicate balance of life in coastal habitats. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Marine animals -- Juvenile literature
Seashore plants -- Juvenile literature
Seashore animals -- Juvenile literature
Marine plants -- Juvenile literature
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