Squishy Sponges

At one time many people thought that sponges were plants. After all, these animals can’t move. Instead, they live at the bottom of the ocean attached to plants and rocks. So how do they get their food? The answer is just one of many fascinating facts children will discover as they enter the weird and watery world of these squishy creatures. In Squishy Sponges, large, colorful photos and clear, grade-appropriate text will engage emergent readers as they learn about the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of these unusual and unique underwater invertebrates.