Coral Reef Hideaway : The Story of a Clown Anemonefish

Smithsonian's Oceanic Collection

by Doe Boyle, Steven James Petruccio (Illustrator)

A clown anemonefish must protect not only the sea anemone, but also her tiny eggs. Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Coral Reef Hideaway is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations.



Book
- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations
- 32 pages
- Appropriate for 3-9
- Hardcover 12 x 8 3/4 inches

Genres: Animals, Picture Books, Nonfiction, Childrens, Science

32 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1995

Reviews

[Capn]

A speed-read on OpenLibrary - I thought it may have been a long lost book from my past, but no. Nice illustrations, and a good perspective on each double-spread: you really see things as the clown fish does (so often the illustrators are tempted to show the entire system reef in all its beauty and ecological splendour - stayed focused here and on-topic).

[Kimberly]

Truly beautiful illustrations!
A great story, with lots of interesting facts about Clown Fish woven throughout.

[LydiLouWho]

Passed down from cousin Sadie. I was iffy on the pictures.

[Hope]

Read at Dells Library in WI, found in “fish and oceans” bin, 3.5 stars

[Sarah Threlkeld]

The best part of this book is the colorful pictures. The story itself is very straightforward, chronicling the life of a clown fish and the captures it comes in contact with. This book would appeal to kids who are nuts about ocean life.

[Mary]

This book is well-written. My son received it for Christmas and still loves it.

[Shelly H]

Girls like it and the illustrations are great for the kids.