Sea Creatures: An Informational Picture Book About Ocean Animals and Marine Adaptations for Children (Ages 6-10) - Softcover

Simon, Seymour

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0062289209 ISBN 13: 9780062289209

Publisher: HarperCollins, 2018

Synopsis

Dive into the wonderful world under the sea with Sea Creatures, a gorgeous informational picture book from award-winning science writer Seymour Simon! This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.

Ranging from tiny single-celled creatures to the larger-than-life whales, the ocean is filled with life. Some sea animals live in the darkest depths of the ocean, while others live close to sunlight. From camouflage to way of communicating to existing symbiotically, sea creatures are some of the most adaptable animals on Earth.

With clear, simple text and stunning full-color photographs, readers will explore the deep blue sea and meet all types of aquatic friends.

This book includes an author's note, a glossary, and an index and supports the Common Core State Standards.

Join Seymour Simon on an underwater expedition to discover the amazing science of the sea:

• Marine Biology for Kids: A perfect first look at the science of the ocean, from the tiny phytoplankton that form the base of the food chain to the gigantic blue whale.
• Deep Sea Creatures: Journey to the midnight zone to meet the strange and mysterious animals that live in total darkness, like the glowing anglerfish and the giant isopod.
• Animal Symbiosis: Learn how clown fish hide safely in sea anemones and how tiny shrimp help keep big fish clean in amazing underwater partnerships.
• Stunning Photography: See the ocean’s inhabitants up close with brilliant, full-color photos on every page that make learning visual and exciting.
• Classroom and Homeschool Ready: Supports Common Core standards with a glossary, index, and author’s note, making it a trusted resource for young readers and educators.

About this title

About the Author

Seymour Simon has been called “the dean of the [children’s science book] field” by the New York Times. He has written more than 300 books for young readers and has received the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Lifetime Achievement Award for his lasting contribution to children’s science literature, the Science Books & Films Key Award for Excellence in Science Books, the Empire State Award for excellence in literature for young people, and the Educational Paperback Association Jeremiah Ludington Award. He and his wife, Liz, live in Columbia County in Upstate New York. You can visit him online at www.seymoursimon.com, where students can post on the “Seymour Science Blog” and educators can download a free four-page teacher guide to accompany this book, putting it in context with Common Core objectives. Join the growing legion of @seymoursimon fans on Twitter!

Edition details

• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0062289209
• ISBN 13: 9780062289209
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 40