"From a raccoon scampering along the water's edge to a young fish darting between tall reeds in the shallows, wetlands are teaming with life. All of the plants and animals in this watery home rely on one another to live healthy lives. When some of that wetland life is put at risk, others soon suffer. Uncover the truth about biodiversity, explore its impact on the environment, and learn what you can do to help life in the ocean. Approachable text and engaging images bring this timely topic to life"-- Provided by publisher.

A connected world -- A planet full of life -- It all fits together -- Water world -- Vanishing wetlands -- Down the drain -- No flow -- Bad blooms -- Do you belong here? -- Too salty! -- People and wetlands -- Working to save wetlands.