The Salmon

The Salmon is a nonfiction book that presents basic facts about sockeye salmon for early elementary readers. It explains the habitats where salmon live, from freshwater streams to the ocean, and describes their diet of insects, zooplankton, and small fish. The book follows the salmon through each stage of its life cycle, from egg to adult, including spawning, migration, and the return to natal waters. Written at a third-grade reading level, the simple text and clear illustrations help children understand the salmon's biology and behavior.