ocean

Using rhyming text, a child describes the wonder of the ocean experienced through each of her five senses.

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.

An illustrated introduction to coordinate planes that describes how scientists use coordinates to make better maps of the ocean; and includes a problem solving activity.

"There are places in the ocean virtually untouched by man. They offer a fascinating glimpse into our past and an inspiring vision for the future. They are the last Pristine Seas, and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Enric Sala takes readers on an unforgettable journey to 10 of these astounding locations. From the shark-rich waters surrounding Coco Island, Costa Rica, to the iceberg-studded sea off Franz Josef Land, Russia, this incredible photographic collection showcases the thriving marine ecosystems that Sala is working to protect. Offering a rare glimpse into the world's underwater Edens, more than 200 images take you to the frontier of the Pristine Seas expeditions, where Sala's teams explore the breathtaking wildlife and habitats from the depths to the surface--thriving ecosystems with healthy corals and a kaleidoscopic variety of colorful fish and stunning creatures that have been protected from human interference. With this dazzling array of photographs that capture the beauty of the water and the incredible wildlife within it, this book shows us the brilliance of the sea in its natural state. It is a beautiful reminder of what we have to gain by protecting our seas"--.

"From the ocean floor to rugged coastlines, sunlit waters to frozen seas, Ocean: A visual encyclopedia explores and unravels the mysteries of our blue planet in fascinating detail"--Publisher.

Ms. Frizzle and her class explore the oceans.

Explores the serious issue of overfishing the ocean.

While helping to retrieve a satellite from the ocean floor, Curious George learns about the ocean and the plants and animals that live there. Includes experiments, activities, and miselleaneus facts about oceans and ocean life.