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Book Minorities in Shark Sciences

Download or read book Minorities in Shark Sciences written by Jasmin Graham and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2022-11-10 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Minorities in Shark Sciences showcases the work done by Black, Indigenous and People of Color around the world in the fields of shark science and conservation. Edited by three minority researchers, it provides positive role models for the next generation. Highlighting new and important research done in the fields of biology, ecology, and evolution, the book places emphasis on scientists with diverse backgrounds and expertise from around the world. The heart of this book is that community and minority voices are important (and have always been) to science regardless of diplomas/universities/accolades/western standards of academia. Despite the use of the term ‘Minorities’, most of the world’s population do not identify as white nor male, and in fact all "minorities" together comprise the global majority of humans. For those in these historically underserved and underrepresented demographics, it is meaningful to be highlighted and be given credit for their contributions. This book showcases to the world the many Black, Indigenous, People of Color, and LGTBQ+ scientists leading marine conservation, both in terms of scientific research and science communication. It has been shown in the literature that diversity in scientists creates diversity in thought, which leads to innovation. Strong minority voices are exactly what is needed to bring greater attention to the conservation of sharks, and this book illustrates innovative science by people who were historically excluded from STEM. It highlights the unique perspectives these scientists bring to their field that allow them to interact with stakeholders, particularly in the areas of conservation and outreach. As we continue to amplify these often-forgotten voices through research, outreach and engagement, we hope to stimulate innovation and transformative change in the field of shark conservation and marine science.

Book Sharks Don t Sink

Download or read book Sharks Don t Sink written by Jasmin Graham and published by Pantheon. This book was released on 2024-07-16 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The uplifting story of a young Black scientist’s challenging journey to flourish outside the traditional confines of academia, inspired by her innate connection to nature’s most misunderstood animal—the shark. "Jasmin Graham has that winning combination of talent and grit needed to excel as a scientist. Every girl who wants to be a marine biologist should have this book." —Hope Jahren, New York Times bestselling author of Lab Girl and The Story of More Sharks have been on this planet for over 400 million years, so there is a lot they can teach us about survival and adaptability. For example: how do sharks, which unlike other fish are denser than water, stay afloat? They keep moving. When Jasmin Graham, an award-winning young shark scientist, started to feel that the traditional path to becoming a marine biologist was pulling her under, she remembered this important lesson: keep moving forward. If navigating the choppy waters of traditional academic study was no longer worth it, then that meant creating an ocean of her own. Jasmin joined with three other Black women to form Minorities in Shark Sciences (MISS), an organization dedicated to providing support and opportunities for other young women of color. She became an independent researcher: a rogue shark scientist, seeking ways to keep these extraordinary endangered creatures swimming free—just like her. Sharks Don’t Sink is a riveting, moving, and ultimately triumphant memoir at the intersection of science and social justice: a guidebook to how we can all learn to respect and protect some of nature’s most misunderstood and vulnerable creatures—and grant the same grace to ourselves.

Book National Geographic Kids 5 Minute Shark Stories

Download or read book National Geographic Kids 5 Minute Shark Stories written by National Geographic Kids and published by Disney Electronic Content. This book was released on 2023-11-14 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These 12 fin-tastic true tales about sharks are all the ideal length to be read aloud in five minutes, making them perfect for bedtime, story time, or anytime. Kids come face to face with great white sharks, hammerhead sharks, whale sharks and more as each 5-minute story takes them into the wild world of these incredible creatures. Join National Geographic underwater photographer Brian Skerry as he meets sharks with surprising personalities, and learn all about the king of the sea—the great white shark! Illustrated with colorful photographs of one of the planet’s top predators, these awe-inspiring true stories are perfect for any time you’re ready for a jaw-some reading adventure. Shark-crazy kids and other animal lovers will want to dip into this collection of true stories again and again! For more true animal stories from National Geographic Kids, check out: 5-Minute Baby Animal Stories A Friend for Lakota National Geographic Kids 125 True Stories of Amazing Animals And don’t miss: The Ultimate Book of Sharks National Geographic Kids Can’t Get Enough Shark Stuff National Geographic Kids Chapters: Diving With Sharks!

Book Climate Champions

Download or read book Climate Champions written by Rachel Sarah and published by Chicago Review Press. This book was released on 2023-03-14 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These 15 contemporary climate champions are on the frontlines of science to create a sustainable future on Earth. They are climate scientists, journalists, professors, academics, researchers, and policy makers from around the world who draft policies with real-world impact, run science labs to find new answers to old problems, and lead organizations at the forefront of change. These women reveal how racial and social injustices lie at the root of the climate crisis. Their stories are accessible and energetic, with spotlights on the triumphs and struggles of women who are working to protect the planet. As young readers learn how these champions are rising up around the world, they will learn how to be part of the solution.

Book Mother of Sharks

    Book Details:
  • Author : Melissa Cristina Márquez
  • Publisher : Penguin
  • Release : 2023-05-30
  • ISBN : 0593660560
  • Pages : 25 pages

Download or read book Mother of Sharks written by Melissa Cristina Márquez and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2023-05-30 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forbes 30 Under 30 Honoree and globally renowned shark scientist Melissa Cristina Márquez teams up with award-winning illustrator Devin Elle Kurtz to create an informative, powerful picture book. With lyrical writing and gorgeous art, this moving story explores Melissa’s personal journey from inquisitive ocean-loving child in Puerto Rico to becoming the Mother of Sharks. As the sun sets over another gorgeous day at la Playita Del Condado in Puerto Rico, Meli doesn't want to go home. She loves the ocean more than anything, and with only five minutes left at the beach, she knows exactly where her last stop should be: the tidal pools. They are small universes of their own teeming with critters and creatures of the ocean. While looking into the pools, she meets a crab, Jaiba, who takes her on a dreamlike underwater adventure, teaches her about the importance of shark conservation, and reveals Meli's ultimate destiny: to become the Mother of Sharks. Blending the autobiographical with the fantastical, Melissa Cristina Márquez shares her incredible story not only to dispel myths about these misunderstood creatures but also to pave the way for Latinas in STEM. Paired with Devin Elle Kurtz's vibrant, emotive illustrations, this picture book is an irresistible journey through the wonders of the ocean and, above all, a rallying cry for marine conservation.

Book Going Blue

    Book Details:
  • Author : Cathryn Berger Kaye
  • Publisher : Free Spirit Publishing
  • Release : 2023-08-22
  • ISBN : 163198747X
  • Pages : 170 pages

Download or read book Going Blue written by Cathryn Berger Kaye and published by Free Spirit Publishing. This book was released on 2023-08-22 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encourage teens to learn about the water crisis and take action to protect and restore local waterways. Whether it’s in a drinking glass, flowing downstream, or miles underground, water is everywhere. And it’s essential for life on Earth. But our water planet is in crisis. Going Blue educates teens about our water crisis and gives them tools and inspiration to transform their ideas into action. With color photos and illustrations, along with practical suggestions and activities, readers follow stories of young people around the world addressing water concerns and learn about issues such as clean water access, coral reef damage, runoff pollution, trash islands, factory fishing, and bottled water. The second edition of Going Blue includes: current statistics and updated facts new stories about real teens a focus on restoration and sustainability COVID’s impact on ocean trash information about setting up a hydration station at school updates on the restoration efforts ten years after the Gulf oil spill and on the Flint water crisis Teens are helping our environment by going green, and they can help rescue our ocean and waterways by going blue.

Book Professional and Scientific Societies Impacting Diversity  Equity and Inclusion in STEMM

Download or read book Professional and Scientific Societies Impacting Diversity Equity and Inclusion in STEMM written by Veronica A. Segarra and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2023-07-25 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Why Sharks Matter

    Book Details:
  • Author : David Shiffman
  • Publisher : JHU Press
  • Release : 2022-05-24
  • ISBN : 1421443651
  • Pages : 312 pages

Download or read book Why Sharks Matter written by David Shiffman and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2022-05-24 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get submerged in the amazing world of sharks! Your expert host, award-winning marine biologist Dr. David Shiffman, will show you how—and why—we should protect these mysterious, misunderstood guardians of the ocean. Sharks are some of the most fascinating, most ecologically important, most threatened, and most misunderstood animals on Earth. More often feared than revered, their role as predators of the deep have earned them a reputation as a major threat to humans. But the truth is that sharks are not a danger to us—they're in danger from us. In Why Sharks Matter, marine conservation biologist Dr. David Shiffman explains why it's crucial that we overcome our misconceptions and rise above cinematic jump scares to embrace sharks as the imperiled and elegant ocean guardians they really are. Sharing his own fascinating experiences working with sharks, Shiffman tells us • why healthy shark populations are a must for supporting ocean ecosystems—and the coastal economies that depend on them • why we're in danger of losing many shark species forever • what scientists, conservationists, and readers can do to help save these iconic predators • why so much of what you've heard about sharks and how to save them is wrong Exploring the core tenets of shark conservation science and policy, Shiffman synthesizes decades of scientific research and policymaking, weaving it into a narrative full of humor and adventure. Touching on everything from Shark Week to shark fin soup, overfishing to marine sanctuaries, Shiffman reveals why sharks are in trouble, why we should care, and how we can save them. Perfect for shark enthusiasts, Why Sharks Matter is an approachable, informative guide to the world of shark conservation and the passionate, fascinating, brilliant people who work to understand and protect our oceans. This fun read will have you looking at sharks with a fresh perspective and an understanding that the survival of sharks is crucial to the survival of another apex predator—ourselves.

Book Been Outside

Download or read book Been Outside written by Shaz Zamore and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2023-10-01 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encompassing identity, inspiration, ancestry, and stewardship, the essays and poems by leading Black women and nonbinary scientists in Been Outside explore how experiences in the natural world and life sciences shape the self. These writers and researchers contemplate the moments that sparked their love of nature, as well as the ways time in the field and outdoor adventures have enhanced or expanded their perspectives about what is possible. What does it mean to be a Black woman or nonbinary scientist studying the natural world? Camille Mosley considers how the rich fishing tradition of Black Americans relates to their career in freshwater ecology, Sharon Dorsey reflects on her reaction to finally meeting a wildlife professional who looks like her, and Tanisha Williams shares her powerful emotional journey of returning to South Africa to study plants. Edited by Amber Wendler and Shaz Zamore, these stories from twenty-two writers showcase the challenges and joys of carving out your own path through the natural world--and will inspire anyone seeking to craft their own outdoor life. In this way, Been Outside promotes collective action toward an outdoor community that welcomes everyone.

Book Sharks  A Day in the Life

Download or read book Sharks A Day in the Life written by Carlee Jackson and published by Neon Squid. This book was released on 2022-06-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A beautifully illustrated nonfiction story following great whites, hammerheads, whale sharks, and more over the course of one day.

Book Eyewitness Fish

Download or read book Eyewitness Fish written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2022-12-20 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into a watery world where many wonderful fish of all shapes and sizes swim, in rivers, lakes, and oceans. Become an eyewitness to the fascinating world of fish, in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the many different types of species and the ecosystems they live in. Children will be mesmerized by striking color photographs of tropical fish, eels, seahorses, and more, with a unique "eyewitness" view of the natural history of fish, how they behave, and how they survive. This unique, beautifully illustrated guide reveals the lethal jaws of a piranha, a porcupine fish "puffing up", how a dogfish swims, growth rings on a fish scale, what a fish looked like 400 million years ago, and a fish with legs! Using striking full-color photographs and illustrations, discover how a school stays together, why some fish swim upside down, how a stingray stings, and why fish need water to breathe, and much more. Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on fish, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature - Amazing facts, diagrams, statistics, and timelines - Brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field Eyewitness Fish introduces the ultimate guide to fish, from how they evolved to their weird andwonderful habits. Children can discover inside the egg of a fish, the great warriors of the sea and much more, through amazing facts, diagrams, and statistics to see them as never before. This all-emcompassing fish guide is a must-have for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for learning, as well as teachers, parents and librarians. So, what’s new? Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field. Explore the series! Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Journey down the River Amazon and explore the rainforest with Eyewitness Amazon, learn how to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.

Book Jane   s Endangered Animal Guide

Download or read book Jane s Endangered Animal Guide written by J.J. Johnson and published by Mango Media Inc.. This book was released on 2023-06-13 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn About Our Planet's Endangered Species with Jane Goodall Inspire your young kid animal scientist to protect our earth's precious animal inhabitants with Jane Goodall’s, Jane’s Endangered Animal Guide (Foreword by Dr. Jane Goodall) Ignite your kid animal scientist’s passion to save endangered animals. Inspired by the Apple+ TV original series, Jane, you’re child joins Jane Goodall as she dives deep into 10 different endangered species, with facts about how they live, what they eat, and what makes them amazing, while also taking a real look at the challenges they are facing, what is being done to help them, and how we all can work together to save them. An animal guide and book on how to help animals. This comprehensive guide isn't just a reading experience, but an interactive exploration. It's an engaging field guide for young minds, introducing them to the poignant theme of animal endangerment and equipping them with knowledge to make a difference. A thrilling journey for adventurous girls and boys. Jane’s Endangered Animal Guide is more than a book─it's a call to become stewards of our precious planet. It delves into the dire challenges our planet’s magnificent creatures face, shedding light on conservation efforts underway and instilling an inspiring call-to-action. Inside discover: • Engaging and remarkable facts about 10 different endangered animals • Fun-filled animal activity sections to reinforce learned concepts • Practical advice on how young readers can contribute to conservation efforts • Inspiring stories of real-world efforts to save endangered animals If your child enjoyed books like The Leaf Detective, Exploring Nature Activity Book for Kids, or the best selling Dino Dana series, they will love Jane’s Endangered Animal Guide.

Book Women in Field Biology

    Book Details:
  • Author : Martha L. Crump
  • Publisher : CRC Press
  • Release : 2022-08-23
  • ISBN : 1000631168
  • Pages : 378 pages

Download or read book Women in Field Biology written by Martha L. Crump and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2022-08-23 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Women are contributing to disciplines once the sole domain of men. Field biology has been no different. The history of women field biologists, embedded in a history largely made and recorded by men, has never been written. Compilations of biographies have been assembled, but the narrative—their story—has never been told. In part, this is because many expressed their passion for nature as writers, artists, collectors, and educators during eras when women were excluded from the male-centric world of natural history and science. The history of women field biologists is intertwined with men’s changing views of female intellect and with increasing educational opportunities available to women. Given the preponderance of today’s professional female ecologists, animal behaviorists, systematists, conservation biologists, wildlife biologists, restoration ecologists, and natural historians, it is time to tell this story—the challenges and hardships they faced and still face, and the prominent role they have played and increasingly play in understanding our natural world. For a broader perspective, we profile selected European women field biologists, but our primary focus is the journey of women field biologists in North America. Each woman highlighted here followed a unique path. For some, personal wealth facilitated their work; some worked alongside their husbands. Many served as invisible assistants to men, receiving little or no recognition. Others were mavericks who carried out pioneering studies and whose published works are still read and valued today. All served as inspiration and proved to the women who would follow that women are as capable as men at studying nature in nature. Their legacy lives on today. The 75 female field biologists interviewed for this book are further testament that women have the intellect, stamina, and passion for fieldwork.

Book Animal Allies

Download or read book Animal Allies written by Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan and published by Chicago Review Press. This book was released on 2022-05-17 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students Winner, 2022 These 15 women work with animals on land, air, and sea. Corina Newsome is saving seaside sparrows while Michelle LaRue uses satellites to study Antarctic birds. Lizzy Lowe takes on what many fear in researching spiders, and Erin Ashe lives out the dream of many studying dolphins and whales. Kristen Hecht chases the elusive hellbender amphibian while EnikÖ Kubinyi uses robots to get information on wolf pups. These women are working on issues that intersect with biodiversity, species conservation, biology, and more. They stand out for their work in their fields and are also dedicated to science communication to share their knowledge with others. They challenge the assumptions of who a scientist is and what a scientist looks like. These diverse, modern women are pushing the boundaries of their scientific fields while empowering others to pursue their dreams.

Book Crocodile Rescue   Wild Survival  1

Download or read book Crocodile Rescue Wild Survival 1 written by Melissa Cristina Márquez and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 2021-02-02 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For fans of The Trail, Out of My Shell, and The Honest Truth, Wild Survival is the story of a girl finding her voice . . . and fightingfor survival. Twelve-year-old Adrianna Villalobos and her older brother Feye travel the globe with their parents, the hosts of a suspenseful nature show called "Wild Survival!" The show features daring animal rescues and the work the family does at their animal sanctuary. They've recently gotten an offer to take the show from YouTube to a TV network, and Adrianna is thrilled. So far, she's always been behind the scenes, but now she gets to join the rest of her family onscreen. She can't wait to bring her passion for animals to a wide audience.Their first stop is the lush mangrove forests of Cuba, where they're going to help rescue an injured crocodile. But things get off to a rocky start when Feye is injured in an accident partially caused by Adrianna. The status of the show is in jeopardy, and Adrianna's parents want her back behind the scenes, or maybe even back at home.Adrianna is determined to prove herself, and save the show-whatever it takes. Even if that means confronting the legendary Mega Croc of Cuba that's rumored to inhabit the murky waters around their base camp.Based on the author's real-life wildlife encounters, this middle-grade series will include real animal facts, light illustration of the creatures mentioned in each book, and an Author's Note from Melissa.

Book Biology of Sharks and Their Relatives

Download or read book Biology of Sharks and Their Relatives written by Jeffrey C. Carrier and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2004-03-29 with total page 614 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of Choice Magazines Outstanding Academic Title award, January 2005! Sharks and their relatives are the subjects of tremendous interest. The publics fascination is influenced by their roles in movies and popular literature, while the media races to cover stories of predators endangering helpless humans. The alarming threat to shark popul

Book Mythbusting the Great Outdoors

Download or read book Mythbusting the Great Outdoors written by Jamie Siebrase and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2022-09-01 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The skeptic’s guide to everything you thought you knew about life outside. Mysteries, misunderstandings, mistakes and unapologetic myths lurk in every corner of the great outdoors Is “earthquake weather” a real phenomenon? Just how dangerous are wild mushrooms? Can animals smell fear? And is moss even remotely useful for navigating through the wilderness? Mythbusting the Great Outdoors tackles a wide range of common misconceptions plaguing the world of outdoor adventure, using science to debunk beliefs even longtime nature lovers might erroneously take as fact. Do you know… why they say people lose half their body heat through their heads? how to build and extinguish a campfire according to Leave No Trace guidelines? what tools will you need to successfully navigate at night with the North Star?