Life in a Coral Reef

Life in a Coral Reef
By: Wendy Pfeffer
Illustrated by: Steve Jenkins
Genre: Nonfiction
Ages: 4-8

Life in a Coral Reef is a non fiction text that teaches students all about what life is like in the coral reef. The author shares with the readers information about animals such as the clown fish, lobsters and numerous plants. Students will love the vibrant images as well as the information about a day in the coral reef!


Theme:
The coral reef is the home to many sea animals. In order to keep these animals alive, we must keep the coral reef clean and safe!


About the author:
Wendy Pfeffer is not only a children's author, but has also written a book for adults. She is a former elementary and preschool teacher. She uses her experiences working with children as a guide to her writing. She likes to write informational books for children to inspire them to read and write.

Pre-reading activity:
What is the coral reef? Where can we visit the coral reef? Who lives in the coral reef?

Post-reading activity:
Students research information about the coral reef and the different types of organisms that live in the coral reef.

Source used:
http://www.author-illustr-source.com/wendypfeffer.htm