marine biology

Describes the characteristics of the ocean and of some of the visible and invisible creatures that inhabit it.

An introduction to the world's oceans which provides information on marine ecosystems and the dangers that threaten them, ocean explorations, and all aspects of ocean life from coral reefs to whales.

Text and illustrations describe the characteristics of plants and animals that live in or near the ocean.

Describes ocean currents, the ocean floor, tides and waves, minerals, ocean life, and the study of oceanography. Includes diagrams.

Introduces the many kinds of sea creatures that can be found in tide pools, including starfish, mollusks, crustaceans, and jellyfish.

A shared reading book that features more sophisticated text for parents or tutors along with simpler text designed to help students learn to read and about different types of animals and plants found in the world's oceans.

Examines the four zones of marine biomes, their plants and animals, coral reefs and estuaries, the importance of the oceans to the Earth, and why they are in danger.

Examines plant and animal life, minerals, and other riches below the surface of the ocean, and the potential havoc that humans can wreak in harvesting resources from the seas.