Did you know that there are over 360 different species of shark? That shark pups are able to look after themselves as soon as they are born? That sharks will sink if they stop swimming? Or that the great white shark has 3000 teeth? Discover many little-known facts about sharks in this fascinating book and impress your friends with your incredible knowledge! This series is a great introduction to the world of animals – where they live, how they grow and learn, what they eat and the dangers they have to face. Animal Lives has all the facts on your favourite ocean animals. Each title in this appealing series takes an up-close look at a different creature, exploring habitat, conservation and animal adaptation, as well as looking at the life cycle of the particular animal and the way the young survive – often against tremendous odds. This series also discusses the importance of protecting endangered species and their habitats.• Illustrated with stunning photographs • World locator maps show where each animal can be found• Additional facts provided in animal fact buttons throughout• Addresses up-to-the-minute conservation issues• Includes glossary and indexAuthor InformationSally Morgan is an experienced freelance author and consultant, writing mostly children's non-fiction books on natural history, environment, sciences and geography. She has written more than 250 titles to date.
This book brings together his most spectacular shots, including the first-known photograph of a great white breaching at night.
Featuring a one-of-a-kind textured book cover that feels like shark skin, this book is a must-have for any child fascinated by the fiercest creatures who lurk the ocean deep!
The speaker in this extraordinary collection finds herself multiply dislocated: from her childhood in California, from her family's roots in Mexico, from a dying parent, from her prior self.
Named one of the Best Books of 2020 by the New York Times (#30), the Guardian, the Boston Globe, Oprah Magazine, Kirkus Reviews, BBC Culture, Good Housekeeping, LitHub, Spectrum Culture, Third Place Books, and Powell's Books.
Tegneserie. Tegneserie. This introduction to sharks examines their undersea terrain, their cunning adaptability, and their staggering variety
"A nonfiction picture book tracing the repercussions of what would happen if sharks disappeared from our planet"--
An illustration-heavy exploration of the types and characteristics of sharks.
Super, Strong Tattoo Sharks features 50 temporary tattoos of astonishing sharks from the tiny dwarf lanternshark to the giant, plankton-eating whale shark, plus cool facts about each fearsome fish.
"Touch tactile features on every page"--Back cover.
A simple discussion of the kinds of sharks and their behaviour.