About 71 percent of Earth is covered by water, and most of that is found in the oceans! How did these huge bodies of water come to be? And what can be found beneath their vast surface? In this book, readers find a wonderful introduction to Earth's oceans. From where they are found, their parts, and the wildlife that can be found in the many marine habitats of the oceans, the main content gives a comprehensive, but age-appropriate overview of the oceans. Full-color images with helpful labels aid readers' understanding.
Perfect for ocean enthusiasts and trivia-loving landlubbers alike, this fascinating book dives deep into the ocean's depths, introducing readers to weird wildlife, shocking shipwrecks, and much more.
celebrating the ocean through pictures, poems, and stories
Drimmer, Stephanie Warren
2020
"Through stunning images and lyrical text, this collection celebrates the ocean and the amazing animal and plant life found in its waters, the role the ocean plays on Earth, and the importance of conservation"--Amazon.
"Alexis, a 12-year-old native Hawaiian, is terrified of the ocean and the creatures that live there because of an encounter she had early in her life with a moray eel. Her mother, a civilian contractor for the Navy, likes to give Alexis elaborate puzzles to solve when she's away on assignments. One puzzle gets her working for her grumpy neighbor, who everyone calls Uncle Tanaka, helping him gather marine samples. She has to use all her problem-solving abilities and overcome her fear of the ocean when Uncle Tanaka is suddenly in distress"--Provided by publisher.
When Maggie learns that everyone at her new middle school belongs to a club, she decides to try the swim team. Then using her magic boots, she spends a day in the life of Marina Tide, a famous oceanographer's daughter who travels the world doing good, just as someone is setting up Marina and her father.
Describes the ocean ecosystem covering more than half of Earth's surface and home to the blue whale, the largest animal on Earth. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.
Describes the ocean ecosystem covering more than half of Earth's surface and home to the blue whale, the largest animal on Earth. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.