Gliding through the open ocean with their heavy bodies and paddle-like fins, oceanic whitetip sharks are an elusive species. Scientists yearn to learn more about these endangered predators! This title gives young readers an engaging introduction to the sharks’ fierce appearance and behaviors through leveled text and fascinating photos. Special features highlighting size, diet, range, and more visually reinforce the informative text.

A collection of Brian Skerry's ocean photography, including sharks in the Bahamas, leatherback sea turtles in Trinidad, and right whales in the Auckland Islands.

Chomp! A whitetip reef shark swallows its latest meal. But this hunter won’t stay full for long. Its hunt continues on the ocean floor! Whitetip reef sharks are predators that thrive in the coral reef biome. This low-level title introduces readers to the many adaptations that help whitetips survive. Special features add information about range, conservation status, life span, and diet.

This important and exciting title represents the first authoritative volume focussed on pelagic (open ocean) sharks as a group. Virtually every pelagic shark expert in the world has contributed to this landmark publication which includes the latest data and knowledge on pelagic shark biology, fisheries, management, and conservation. Pelagic sharks face unprecedented levels of exploitation in all the world's oceans through both direct fisheries and by-catch, and effective management for these species is contingent upon solid science and data, which this book brings together for the first time. All those involved in shark biology will need to have a copy of this book.

Meet the ocean's apex predators with the Junior Scientists series for kids ages 6 to 9 Sharks come in all shapes and sizes, from giant whale sharks the size of school buses to tiny dwarf lanternsharks only eight inches long. Sharks for Kids introduces you to these magnificent creatures through vivid illustrations and photographs of some of the biggest, smallest, and strangest sharks swimming the seas. In this top choice among sharks books for kids, you'll get to know goblin sharks, thresher sharks, and many more. In one of the most engaging sharks books for kids, you'll discover tons of in-depth facts about some of your favorite sharks, including what they eat, how they hunt, their life cycles, and how people around the world are working to protect them. You'll also learn about how they see, smell, and communicate in the deep sea. Your underwater shark adventure begins here! This standout selection among sharks books for kids includes: So many sharks!—Check out all the wild information on a variety of species. Age-appropriate—The content inside this outstanding pick among sharks books for kids is the perfect reading level for kids ages 6 to 9. Unbelievable images—Sharks books for kids should have colorful photos and illustrations, and this book delivers. If you've been searching for in-depth sharks books for kids, Sharks for Kids is a cut above the rest.

Can you guess how to identify a blacktip reef shark? For this reef-dwelling fish, the name reveals all. Dark spots mark the fin tips in sharp contrast with the adjacent white coloring. See the streamlined beauty in the pages of this title for young readers.

At once feared and revered, sharks have captivated people since our earliest human encounters. Children and adults alike stand awed before aquarium shark tanks, fascinated by the giant teeth and unnerving eyes. And no swim in the ocean is undertaken without a slight shiver of anxiety about the very real—and very cinematic—dangers of shark bites. But our interactions with sharks are not entirely one-sided: the threats we pose to sharks through fisheries, organized hunts, and gill nets on coastlines are more deadly and far-reaching than any bite. In Sharks and People acclaimed wildlife photographer Thomas Peschak presents stunning photographs that capture the relationship between people and sharks around the globe. A contributing photographer to National Geographic, Peschak is best known for his unusual photographs of sharks—his iconic image of a great white shark following a researcher in a small yellow kayak is one of the most recognizable shark photographs in the world. The other images gathered here are no less riveting, bringing us as close as possible to sharks in the wild. Alongside the photographs, Sharks and People tells the compelling story of the natural history of sharks. Sharks have roamed the oceans for more than four hundred million years, and in this time they have never stopped adapting to the ever-changing world—their unique cartilage skeletons and array of super-senses mark them as one of the most evolved groups of animals. Scientists have recently discovered that sharks play an important role in balancing the ocean, including maintaining the health of coral reefs. Yet, tens of millions of sharks are killed every year just to fill the demand for shark fin soup alone. Today more than sixty species of sharks, including hammerhead, mako, and oceanic white-tip sharks, are listed as vulnerable or in danger of extinction. The need to understand the significant part sharks play in the oceanic ecosystem has never been so urgent, and Peschak’s photographs bear witness to the thrilling strength and unique attraction of sharks. They are certain to enthrall and inspire.

Based on a major international exhibit that traveled for five years in North America, this book depicts the fascinating world of sharks.

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Book Features: • 32 Pages, 7 Inches x 9 Inches • Ages 8-13, Grades 3-8 Leveled Readers, Lexile 520L • Simple, easy-to-read pages with vibrant images • Features exciting facts about fish to engage early readers • Includes glossary words, after-reading questions, an extension activity, and a memory game The Magic Of Reading: Introduce your child to the magic of reading and animals with Dangerous...Or Not? Sharks and Other Fish. This 32-page book has vibrant photographs and captivating information on different types of sea creatures. Fun Animal Facts: Are these animals dangerous or do they have a bad reputation? Learn more about different species of fish in this animal book, including their habitats, signs that they may pose a threat, and their role within the animal kingdom. Features: More than just a book about sea creatures and animal safety, this kid’s book includes a glossary of vocabulary words, a memory game for mid-text interaction, an extension activity, plus after-reading questions for comprehension skills. Leveled Books: Vibrant photographs and leveled text work together to engage readers and promote reading comprehension skills. This leveled book engages 3rd—8th graders through vocabulary and high-interest topics like sharks and other underwater life. Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.