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.
Alien Oceans reveals the science behind the thrilling quest to find out. Kevin Peter Hand is one of today's leading NASA scientists, and his pioneering research has taken him on expeditions around the world.
In fact, we know a great deal more about the oceans than many people realize. Scientists know that our actions today are shaping the oceans and climate of tomorrow—and that if we continue to act recklessly, the consequences will be dire.
An Introduction to the World's Oceans
Introduces oceans, describing the plants and animals that live in them.
Single mother Jenny Lucas must find caregivers who will raise her five-year-old daughter when she's gone.
Provides an overview of oceans, including information on waves, tsunamis, underwater living laboratories, and aquatic plants and animals.
Watch out for that big wave! Oceans cover a large part of Earth and support a wide variety of plants and animals. Young readers will learn about the tides, waves, and currents of the ocean as well as what lives beneath the surface.
Discusses the importance of water to planet Earth, including what animals live in water and where the most beautiful bodies of water are.
The book draws inspiration from the seminal contributions stemming from that voyage, and individual chapters show how succeeding generations of scientists have been influenced by its findings.
Includes fun facts and colorful illustrations, My Encyclopedia of Very Important Oceans will feed your imagination and quench your thirst for knowledge.