Download or read book Sharks written by Gene Helfman and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2014-05-15 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether your fascination with sharks stems from fear or curiosity, your knowledge of these animals will improve immensely when you consult this book.

Download or read book Swimming with Sharks written by Heather Lang and published by Albert Whitman & Company. This book was released on 2016-12-01 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 2017 Amelia Bloomer List, Early Readers Nonfiction This picture book biography follows the life of Eugenie Clark, the Japanese-American scientist, researcher, and diver, who became famous as "The Shark Lady" for her groundbreaking discoveries about shark behavior. Before Eugenie Clark's groundbreaking research, most people thought sharks were vicious, blood-thirsty killers. From the first time she saw a shark in an aquarium, Japanese-American Eugenie was enthralled. Instead of frightening and ferocious eating machines, she saw sleek, graceful fish gliding through the water. After she became a scientist—an unexpected career path for a woman in the 1940s—she began taking research dives and training sharks, earning her the nickname "The Shark Lady."

Download or read book Do Sharks Bark written by Salina Yoon and published by A Lift-the-Flap Book. This book was released on 2020-03-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Award-winning author Salina Yoon is back with a new book in her adorable lift-the-flap series that introduces young children to popular animals and the sounds they make. Do sharks stamp? Do sharks stomp? All I know is sharks go CHOMP With flaps to lift that reveal the sounds each animal makes, this fun board book introduces preschoolers to singing whales, roaring polar bears, snappy crabs, and growling hippos, along with the chompy title shark and other popular creatures. A two-gatefold grand finale brings all the animals together once more

Download or read book Surrounded By Sharks written by Michael Northrop and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 2014-05-27 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A thrilling survival story from Michael Northrop, the acclaimed author of TRAPPED. He couldn't sleep. That's how it all started. When Davey wakes, just as the sun is rising, he can't wait to slip out of the crammed hotel room he's sharing with his family. Leave it to his parents and kid brother to waste an entire day of vacation sleeping in! Davey heads straight for the beach, book and glasses in hand, not bothering to leave a note. As the sparkling ocean entices him, he decides to test the water, never mind that "No Swimming" sign. But as the waves pull him farther from shore, Davey finds himself surrounded by water -- and something else, too. Something circling below the surface, watching, waiting. It's just a matter of time.

Download or read book Sharks Vs Sloths written by Julie Beer and published by National Geographic Kids. This book was released on 2019 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In this quircky competition, these two creature contenders battle it out in 22 exciting categories, from best smile to biggest pooper to most famous." -- back cover.

Download or read book Stink and the Shark Sleepover written by Megan McDonald and published by Candlewick Press. This book was released on 2014-02-11 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shark-tastic! Stink gets to sleep with the fishes after his parents win an aquarium sleepover. But wait — what’s that lurking beyond the KEEP OUT sign? When Stink’s parents win tickets for the whole family to sleep over at the aquarium (along with Stink’s two best friends), it sounds like a science freak’s dream come true. Stink loves the sea-creature scavenger hunt (Bat ray! Brain coral!), the jellyfish light show, and the shiver of sand tiger sharks with razor-sharp teeth. And of course Stink is nuts about gross stuff, but after some spooky stories around the virtual campfire, can he manage to fall asleep thinking about the eating habits of the vampire squid? Especially Bloody Mary, the mutant, glowing Frankensquid that’s supposed to be on the prowl?

Download or read book Do Sharks Ever written by Nathalie Ward and published by Down East Books. This book was released on 1993-01-01 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Answers a variety of questions on the habits and characteristics of sharks.

Download or read book Do Fish Sleep written by Judith S Weis and published by Rutgers University Press. This book was released on 2011-02-01 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the fifty-one-foot whale shark Rhincodon typus to a less-than-one-half-inch fish in the minnow family--the tiny Paedocypris progenetica--fish certainly carry a lot of weight . . . or do they? A fish's heft in water may vary, but these diverse aquatic animals certainly carry a lot of weight in our ecosystems and environment. From freshwater to ocean habitats, Judith S. Weis offers a fascinating look at these deceptively simple creatures. Fishes may appear to live a dull existence, but appearances change once we understand more about how they survive. These wonders actually possess attributes that would make us superpowers--they can change color, sex, produce light and electricity, regenerate injured fins, prevent themselves from sinking, and some can even walk on land. Do Fish Sleep? is organized in an easy-to-read and accessible question-and-answer format, filled with more than 55 photographs and over 100 interesting facts from fish biology basics to the importance of preserving and restoring fish diversity and healthy populations. A captivating read for fish enthusiasts of all ages--naturalists, environmentalists, aquarists, scuba divers, and students--this is also the perfect primer for those just about to get their feet wet. Dive in!

Download or read book The Not Sleepy Shark written by Tamia Sheldon and published by Xist Publishing. This book was released on 2015-06-30 with total page 39 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Amelia the shark is tired but she's not ready to sleep. In this fun bedtime book, a silly shark explores the way other sea animals get ready for bed until she's finally ready to say goodnight. From the author and illustrator of The Hungry Shark.

Download or read book Sharks written by Andy Ray and published by Speedy Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2015-08-11 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Love sharks for their might and amazing jaws. Love sharks because they balance the marine ecosystem by keeping population under control. Love sharks because they are here to stay. This shark-inspired picture book will teach you all there is to know about these amazing beasts. Since it's a picture book, lessons will be remembered more effectively through photo memory. Order your copy today! Did you know, though, that many sharks could fit inside of your hand? Not all sharks are menacing; the few that are just get all the attention. You are more likely to die from the flu than you are from a shark attack. Following that logic, you should be more fearful of snotty-nosed kids than you are of sharks. Sharks are fascinating creatures. Did you know that they have six senses? Do you know what kind of skeletons they have? They don't have bones! Do you know whether they lay eggs or have babies? Do you know that they make "Mermaid's Purses"? There are many interesting things to learn about sharks. Some of them even glow in the dark! Surprisingly sharks are more refreshing than New Socks. Sharks actually contribute to the health of the ocean. It is important for us to learn about them, because if they go extinct the whole balance of the ocean will be compromised. We shouldn't be too terrified of sharks. We terrorize them much more. Sharks do attack and kill humans, that is true, but humans kill hundreds of millions of sharks. We need to learn more about these amazing creatures, and we need to learn to respect them.

Download or read book Sharks and Dolphins written by Kevin Kurtz and published by Arbordale Publishing. This book was released on 2016-02-10 with total page 19 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sharks and dolphins both have torpedo-shaped bodies with fins on their backs. They slice through the water to grab their prey with sharp teeth. But despite their similarities, sharks and dolphins belong to different animal classes: one is a fish and gets oxygen from the water and the other is a mammal and gets oxygen from the air. Marine educator Kevin Kurtz guides early readers to compare and contrast these ocean predators through stunning photographs and simple, nonfiction text.

Download or read book Are You Smarter Than a Shark written by David George Gordon and published by Becker & Mayer. This book was released on 2021-06 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Laugh your way through the intriguing world of sharks with Are You Smarter Than a Shark? Sure to pique the interest and tickle the funny bones of young shark lovers, this lively illustrated nonfiction book has the element that’s been missing in other shark books—humor.

Download or read book The Funny Life of Sharks written by James Campbell and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2020-06-11 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A hilarious book from bestselling author and stand-up comic James Campbell, who has visited over 3,000 primary schools to tell stories and encourage children to write their own. Ever wondered why sharks have such a bad reputation? Are they dangerous, human-munching monsters? Or have we got it all wrong? In fact, only SIX people get attacked by sharks every year across the WHOLE WORLD. And how many sharks are eaten by humans every year? ONE HUNDRED MILLION! So maybe sharks are more afraid of us ... Take a deep dive into the ridiculously funny life of sharks (and some things that have nothing to do with sharks but are still splendidly funny) according to James Campbell, comedian extraordinaire. This face-achingly funny book will also teach you about great white sharks, tiger sharks and hammerhead sharks, just how incredibly old sharks are, and why sharks are SO important for the environment and how to look after them. So, whether you're seriously afraid of sharks or love them so much you want to invite a shark to your next birthday party, this HILARIOUS book is for you. Prepare to roll around the floor laughing with the snot-inducingly brilliant The Funny Life of Sharks, with side-splittingly funny illustrations from Rob Jones.

Download or read book If Sharks Disappeared written by Lily Williams and published by Roaring Brook Press. This book was released on 2017-05-23 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A healthy ocean is home to many different kinds of animals. They can be big, like a whale, tiny, like a shrimp, and even scary, like a shark. Even though sharks can be scary, we need them to keep the oceans healthy. Unfortunately, due to overfishing, many shark species are in danger of extinction, and that can cause big problems in the oceans and even on land. What would happen if this continued and sharks disappeared completely? Artist Lily Williams explores how the disappearance would affect other animals across the whole planet in this clever book about the importance of keeping sharks, and our oceans, healthy.

Download or read book Hammerhead Vs Bull Shark written by Jerry Pallotta and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains facts about hammerhead sharks and bull sharks, comparing such aspects as their sizes, brain structure, and abilities.

Download or read book Could a Shark Do Gymnastics written by Camilla De la Bédoyère and published by QED Publishing. This book was released on 2015-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever wondered what it would be like if a shark went to your school? What If a Shark Could Do Gymnastics? provides a fun and engaging introduction into the life of a great white shark. By imagining animals in everyday scenarios readers can learn about their size, diet and other features. For example, what if a shark went to the dentist? He would be there a long time. A great white shark has nearly 240 teeth! Featuring superb illustrations with an engaging question and answer format, this series will keep young readers entertained and help them to understand and retain animal facts. Following on from the popular What if a Dino series, QED is publishing four new titles on ocean animals: Could a Penguin Ride a Bike? - 9781781715826 Could an Octopus Climb a Skyscraper? - 9781781715833 Could a Shark do Gymnastics? - 9781781715819 Could a Whale Swim to the Moon? - 9781781715840

Download or read book Water Beds written by Gail Langer Karwoski and published by Sylvan Dell Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A soothing bedtime story answers the question of how marine mammals--animals that breathe air--manage to sleep in the ocean, inviting children to drift into peaceful sleep on the gentle waves of imagination.