Contains over one thousand color diagrams, maps, and other illustrations on marine science topics, covering such themes as geography, geology, chemistry, biology, and exploration and providing informative captions.
An illustrated introduction to the world under the sea and the special diving machines that probe the ocean depths. Includes information on sea creatures and their different habitats, underwater labs, fishing techniques, and searching for sunken treasure.
A collection of poems for kids that describes the devious and sometimes surprising methods ocean creatures use to forage for food, capture prey, trick predators, and protect their young.
Outlines a variety of job opportunities in the field of oceanography and marine sciences, including oceanographers, divers, and aquarium curators, and offers information on training, salary ranges, work environment, and job outlook.
Explores the wonders of the ocean, its floor, and the plants and animals that dwell in it, teaches how to protect these resources, and provides hands-on activities for further investigation.
Presents an introduction to marine science, providing a glossary of terms related to the subject, as well as biographies of more than one hundred scientists, a chronology of events, charts and tables, and a list of further resources.
