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©2025
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256 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 29 cm
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Published in 2015 in Great Britain under the title: Ocean: a children's encyclopedia
Atlas of the oceans -- Blue planet -- The open ocean -- Shallow seas -- Coast and seashore -- Polar seas -- Oceans and us
This book "for children aged 9-12 is full of ... pictures that bring the ocean to life and show its most amazing features. Each concept is broken down clearly, with colourful diagrams describing scientific processes, 'wow' facts, and graphics to engage and educate curious kids. ... Take a dip in all the world's waters to experience their incredible diversity. Make a splash in the icy Arctic waters before warming up in the tropical Indian Ocean. Experience the super size of mighty whales compared to swarms of tiny krill. Cast your eyesto the skies to see circling sea birds before diving down to meet mysterious creatures of the deep"--
Includes index
This encyclopedia contains photographs and illustrations that depict ocean environments and their characteristics. Concepts are presented with diagrams, explanations of scientific processes, factual information, and graphics intended to inform and engage readers. The book includes explanations of various aspects of the ocean, supported by diagrams, data, and images and coverage of topics such as marine organisms, tsunamis, the ocean floor, and related subjects. It examines ocean environments around the world, including the Arctic and the Indian Ocean, and compares marine species such as whales and krill. It also describes seabirds, deep-sea organisms, and other components of ocean ecosystems
9-12 years