A captivating, fully-illustrated guide to the Great Barrier Reef, the animals that call it home, and the urgency of conservation efforts to save it. Nearly 400,000 square kilometers of dazzling color, intricate ecosystems and unique creatures large and small: The Great Barrier Reef is one of the great natural wonders of our world. Vibrant, dynamic illustrations illuminate this enchanting place, its animal inhabitants, and the peoples who have embraced it as a centerpiece of their cultures. Lea...
The Volga River (Rivers of the World (Mitchell Lane))
by Joanne Mattern
Down in the tropical blue sea lives a spectacular coral reef that is home to myriad fish and other creatures. Travel on a breathtaking journey over a reef crest, to a lagoon that sparkles at night, and on through mangrove roots with a baby coral searching for a home. Flashlight fish, feather duster worms, and sea squirts are just a few of the amazing animals you will encounter. A fact-filled text accompanies this luminous journey through the sea and introduces children to some of the dangers tha...
The Science Behind Wonders of the Water (Science Behind Natural Phenomena)
by Suzanne Garbe
Our world is full of bizarre and amazing natural phenomena. Sundogs, moonbows, rock formations, ice circles - all are fascinating and look incredible, but how do they occur? These books look at the science behind some of these amazing natural phenomena. The oceans, rivers and lakes on our planet can produce some amazing natural phenomena. From icebergs to ice circles, tsunamis to tidal bores, The Science Behind Natural Phenomena looks at some of these phenomena, explaining how and why they occur...
Acorn books provide carefully levelled non-fiction to introduce key curriculum concepts. This series introduces some common materials and their properties. Includes notes for parents and teachers.
Exploring Earth's Water Cycle (Spotlight on Weather and Natural Disasters)
by Emily Donovan
Rachel Carson (Women in Conservation) (Infosearch: Women in Conservation)
by Lori Hile
This book takes an engaging look at the work of ground-breaking conservationist, Sylvia Earle, and her work to prtect oceans and ocean life. It covers Earle's inspiration, her methods, findings, and the impact of her work.
Examines the diverse life forms found in the world's oceans and the threats they face.
Easy-to-read text and illustrations explore the plant and animal life in a pond.
Describes how the oceans were formed, the plants and animals that live in them, and man's impact on the marine environment.
Water for All (Earth Watch (Sea to Sea)) (Earth Watch (Franklin Watts Hardcover))
by Sally Morgan
Examines the different water sources in the world, how water is treated, and the problem of supplying clean water to the world's increasing population.
A Journey Into an Estuary (Biomes of North America)
by Rebecca L Johnson
Examines the geography, plants, animals, trade, and resources of the polar seas. The Seas and Oceans series covers all the major bodies of water that cover three-quarters of the planet's surface. Information is given on selected mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, and invertebrates found above and below the surface of each sea and ocean. Detailed maps show the landmasses that surround and the islands that populate each expanse of water. Each book also shows how the respective sea or ocean has influe...
