Introduces the animal and plant life in and around ponds.

"What is a pond? Learn about ponds and what kinds of plants and animals live there"--Provided by publisher.

"Take a look at what takes place within a 24-hour period in a pond. Learn firsthand about the features, plant life, and animals of the habitat"--Provided by publisher.

"From croaking frogs and quacking ducks to floating lily pads and buzzing dragonflies, ponds are bursting with life ... Photographs and descriptive text help budding young scientists discover the plants and animals that live in these freshwater ecosystems." --Provided by publisher.

Observes how a glacial pond and the abundance of plants and animals that draw life from it change over the course of a year.