Discovering Sharks: The Ultimate Guide to the Fiercest Predators in the Ocean Deep - Hardcover

Parham, Donna

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1604336048 ISBN 13: 9781604336047

Publisher: Applesauce Press, 2016

Synopsis

Meet the ocean's most extraordinary predators. Sharks have ruled the oceans for more than 400 million years, and every species tells an incredible story.

With a one-of-a-kind textured cover that feels like shark skin, Discovering Sharks invites young readers to dive into the incredible world of the ocean's most fascinating predators. Filled with spectacular photographs, detailed illustrations, and exciting facts, this interactive guide transforms learning about sharks into an unforgettable adventure.

Inside you'll discover:

• More than 50 incredible shark species, from great whites and hammerheads to deep-sea sharks
• Amazing facts about shark anatomy, hunting, habitats, and survival
• Stunning full-color photography paired with scientifically accurate illustrations
• Fascinating information about prehistoric, endangered, and unusual sharks
• A unique tactile cover that makes the book an experience from the very first touch

Perfect for curious readers ages 8-12, homeschool families, classrooms, and anyone fascinated by ocean life, Discovering Sharks combines STEM learning with breathtaking visuals that inspire a lifelong love of marine science.

 

About this title

About the Authors

Donna Potter Parham is a Science Writer who has spent more than 30 years learning and writing about animals and habitats for SeaWorld San Diego and San Diego Zoo Global. While earning a Bachelor of Science in biology at San Diego State University, Donna discovered the joy of sharing what she learned with others. She went on to achieve a Science and Technical Writing Certificate and an MBA, but learning about the natural world remains her passion. She lives with her husband and two teenagers in San Diego, where she enjoys hiking, gardening, and floating in the shark-infested waters of the Pacific Ocean.

Dr. Julius Csotonyi is one of the world's most high-profile and talented contemporary scientific illustrators. His considerable academic expertise informs his stunning, dynamic art. He has created life-sized dinosaur murals for the Royal Ontario Museum and for the?Children's Museum of Indianapolis, as well as most of the artwork for the exhibit "Deep Time" in the David H. Koch Hall of Fossils at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C. He lives in Canada. His books include?Dinosaur World; Discovering Reptiles;?Discovering Sharks;?Discovering Bugs;?Discovering Whales, Dolphins & Porpoises;?Discovering Tigers, Lions, & Other Big Cats;?The Paleoart of Julius Csotonyi;?Prehistoric Predators; Dino World; Shark World; and Bug World.

Edition details

• Publisher: Applesauce Press
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1604336048
• ISBN 13: 9781604336047
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Csotonyi Julius
• Number of pages: 96