Ocean State Libraries

"Part H Is for Hawk, part The Soul of an Octopus, The Book of Eels is both a meditation on the world's most elusive fish-the eel-and a reflection on the human condition. Remarkably little is known about the European eel, Anguilla anguilla. So little, in fact, that scientists and philosophers have, for centuries, been obsessed with what has become known as the "eel question": Where do eels come from? What are they? Are they fish or some other kind...

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

Discusses the physiology, habitat, history, and past and present uses for the eel.

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers tells the story of how an eel gets away from a predator and then finds its own prey for a meal. Includes picture glossary."--Provided by publisher.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitats, and behavior of eels.

Examines the reef environment, life cycle, reputation, facts, and fiction of the moray eel.

When Yoshi's neighbor, Sabu, the eel broiler, attempts to charge him for the delicious smelling aromas he has been enjoying, Yoshi hatches a plan to enrich them both.

"This title introduces young readers to the eel, the fish that looks like a snake!" --