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"A wetland is an area where the land is covered by water for some or all of the year. Wetlands are important because they clean water as it moves through them." -- Provided by publisher.

There are freshwater marshes in every county of every state in the United States, as well as in every country of the world except Antarctica. And in every marsh, there is an opportunity to view dozens of species of animal life. Written in a rhyming cumulative style like The House that Jack Built, At the Marsh in the Meadow portrays the wetlands food chain, showing how all forms of life, from the mud at the bottom of the marsh to the birds in the sky,...

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to life in a wetland. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"-- Provided by publisher.

Uses a cumulative approach to describe the wetland ecology of a freshwater marsh, the most common type of wetland in North America.

Describes where wetlands are located and what lives in the wetlands.

Introduces readers to wetlands and important animals and plants that live there. Learn how wetlands benefit the rest of the world and the threats they face. Additional features include a STEM activity or craft, an infographic, Did You Know boxes, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research. Author/Illustrator biography Detailed maps Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Infographics...

"Swamps, bogs, marshes are all wetland biomes teaming with life. Located on every continent except Antarctica, wetlands are diverse and necessary for a healthy planet. Readers will enjoy learning about swamp creatures such as alligators and snakes, and the many kinds of fish and plants that thrive in wetlands."-- Provided by publisher.

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers describes the wetland ecosystem and the plants and animals adapted to live there. Includes picture glossary and index."-- Provided by publisher.

"What happens when a brave salamander gets pushed out of its wetland home? It takes its case to court! But not everyone thinks wetlands are important. A construction manager wants to build a useful road through the salamander's home. Find out why wetlands are important and what animals live there. In this fun tale, the judge hears both sides in the salamander's trial. Should the wetlands be saved? Or should the construction manager build the road?...

"This title will introduce readers to wetland ecosystems, the plants and animals that thrive there, its climate, its food web, any threats to it, and conservation efforts. Readers will also learn about the most well known wetlands and their unique characteristics."--Publisher's website.