Chronicles the history of sea mapping, describing the voyages and technological developments that have shaped geographical knowledge of the world's waters.
Provides color photographs and facts about oceans, explaining what they are, where they are located, ocean movements and conditions, the plants and animals that live in or around oceans, and why people like to visit oceans. Includes an experiment.
A simple introduction to the world's oceans, covering the tides, creatures that live in the oceans, foods they provide, vessels that sail on the oceans, and more.
Explores some of the environmental problems associated with the oceans and freshwater lakes and rivers on the earth and the steps that have been taken by governments and wildlife organizations who are working to correct the situation.