Earle, Sylvia A.

"Dive into a world of aquatic mystery in this action-packed combination of science and adventure. Famed National Geographic Explorer Sylvia Earle leads readers on an in-depth tour of life beneath the waves. Come face-to-face with whales and sharks, learn about the newest and most hi-tech ocean gear and gadgets, experiment with hands-on activities, and join Earle as she recounts her most daring dives. Packed with fascinating tidbits, animal profiles, and up-to-date science, each chapter combines stunning photography with fun, accessible text. Perfect for curious kids, ocean lovers, young explorers, and the classroom. Extreme Ocean reveals the mystery, majesty, danger, and--above all--the importance of our ocean"--Provided by the publisher.

"Information and photos of oceans for young children"--Provided by publisher.

Join Sylvia Earle in exploring the deep frontier. In her own words and with spectacular underwater photographs, this renowned underwater explorer offers a glimpse into an alien world- right here on Earth.

A brief introduction to coral reefs, including where they are found, how they grow, what lives in them, their importance, and efforts being made to protect and restore them.

Examines a variety of animals found in the sea, including jellyfish, worms, scallops, and squids.

Designed in consultation with NASA and the NOAA, a detailed exploration of the Earth's oceans provides more than 150 maps, photos, and satellite images combined with information on its diverse life and phenomena, as well as related technological developments.

A brief introduction to coral reefs, including where they are found, how they grow, what lives in them, their importance, and efforts being made to protect and restore them.

Describes the physical characteristics and behaviors of a variety of animals that live in the sea, including sponges, jellyfish, worms, snails, octopus and squid, crabs, starfish, and others. Includes color photographs.

Describes how human pollution and other destructive action impacts Earth's oceans, and how our lack of attention for them puts our planet in danger of "catastrophe." Explains what we can do now to keep that from happening.