What if the ocean is secretly filled with builders, cleaners, hunters, gardeners, recyclers, travelers—and creatures with abilities stranger than anything kids could invent?
Explore a tide pool. Swim across a coral reef. Follow a turtle into open water. Then dive down where sunlight disappears completely.
The ocean gets stranger the deeper you go.
A Hermit Crab moves into another animal’s abandoned shell. A Cleaner Wrasse runs an underwater cleaning station. A tiny Pufferfish builds an enormous patterned circle in the sand. A Flying Fish escapes predators by launching out of the water and gliding through the air. And in the darkness below, an Anglerfish uses a glowing part of its own body to bring prey closer.
The Secret Jobs of Ocean Creatures for Tweens Ages 8–12 turns the world beneath the waves into an exciting illustrated investigation packed with weird animal jobs, wild adaptations, incredible behaviors, and science kids will actually want to talk about.
Instead of pages of dry facts, young readers discover what each creature does, the special body tools that make it possible, and how that behavior fits into life in the ocean.
Inside, readers will discover:
And some of the facts sound almost impossible.
Did you know coral is made by animals, not plants? That a Hammerhead Shark can detect tiny electrical signals from hidden prey? That a Barreleye Fish has tubular eyes inside a transparent head shield? Or that the “ears” of a Dumbo Octopus are actually swimming fins?
This is the kind of book kids can open anywhere and immediately find something that makes them say:
“Wait... THAT lives in the ocean?”
Perfect for independent readers ages 8–12, ocean lovers, shark and sea-creature fans, science-loving kids, homeschool nature study, reluctant readers who prefer highly visual nonfiction, and parents looking for an educational gift that feels like an underwater adventure rather than homework.
From wave-washed rocks to the darkest seafloor, every layer of the ocean is busy.
Dive in, look deeper, and discover the incredible secret jobs happening beneath the waves.
Get your copy today and send your young explorer on an unforgettable journey through the hidden working world of the ocean.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. What if the ocean is secretly filled with builders, cleaners, hunters, gardeners, recyclers, travelers-and creatures with abilities stranger than anything kids could invent?Explore a tide pool. Swim across a coral reef. Follow a turtle into open water. Then dive down where sunlight disappears completely.The ocean gets stranger the deeper you go.A Hermit Crab moves into another animal's abandoned shell. A Cleaner Wrasse runs an underwater cleaning station. A tiny Pufferfish builds an enormous patterned circle in the sand. A Flying Fish escapes predators by launching out of the water and gliding through the air. And in the darkness below, an Anglerfish uses a glowing part of its own body to bring prey closer.The Secret Jobs of Ocean Creatures for Tweens Ages 8-12 turns the world beneath the waves into an exciting illustrated investigation packed with weird animal jobs, wild adaptations, incredible behaviors, and science kids will actually want to talk about.Instead of pages of dry facts, young readers discover what each creature does, the special body tools that make it possible, and how that behavior fits into life in the ocean.Inside, readers will discover: 43 fascinating ocean creatures, from hermit crabs, sea stars, clownfish, seahorses, dolphins, sharks, turtles, and whales to anglerfish, giant squid, yeti crabs, and sea pigsMemorable ocean "jobs" involving cleaning, filtering, hunting, grazing, building, burrowing, scavenging, migration, camouflage, and survivalEye-catching illustrated spreads showing animals in actionClose-up looks at extraordinary body tools, from tube feet and scraping teeth to sensory systems, glowing lures, filtering structures, and giant eyesDiets, activity patterns, scientific names, ocean roles, and one memorable science surprise for every creatureFour exciting habitats: Shores, Tide Pools & Seafloor Crews; Reef Builders, Cleaners & Gardeners; Open-Water Hunters & Travelers; and Deep-Sea Signals & Strange SpecialistsAn Ocean Job Finder that lets kids explore animals by what they do, plus a Creature Index for quick discovery.And some of the facts sound almost impossible.Did you know coral is made by animals, not plants? That a Hammerhead Shark can detect tiny electrical signals from hidden prey? That a Barreleye Fish has tubular eyes inside a transparent head shield? Or that the "ears" of a Dumbo Octopus are actually swimming fins?This is the kind of book kids can open anywhere and immediately find something that makes them say: "Wait. THAT lives in the ocean?"Perfect for independent readers ages 8-12, ocean lovers, shark and sea-creature fans, science-loving kids, homeschool nature study, reluctant readers who prefer highly visual nonfiction, and parents looking for an educational gift that feels like an underwater adventure rather than homework.From wave-washed rocks to the darkest seafloor, every layer of the ocean is busy.Dive in, look deeper, and discover the incredible secret jobs happening beneath the waves.Get your copy today and send your young explorer on an unforgettable journey through the hidden working world of the ocean. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798192542972
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. What if the ocean is secretly filled with builders, cleaners, hunters, gardeners, recyclers, travelers-and creatures with abilities stranger than anything kids could invent?Explore a tide pool. Swim across a coral reef. Follow a turtle into open water. Then dive down where sunlight disappears completely.The ocean gets stranger the deeper you go.A Hermit Crab moves into another animal's abandoned shell. A Cleaner Wrasse runs an underwater cleaning station. A tiny Pufferfish builds an enormous patterned circle in the sand. A Flying Fish escapes predators by launching out of the water and gliding through the air. And in the darkness below, an Anglerfish uses a glowing part of its own body to bring prey closer.The Secret Jobs of Ocean Creatures for Tweens Ages 8-12 turns the world beneath the waves into an exciting illustrated investigation packed with weird animal jobs, wild adaptations, incredible behaviors, and science kids will actually want to talk about.Instead of pages of dry facts, young readers discover what each creature does, the special body tools that make it possible, and how that behavior fits into life in the ocean.Inside, readers will discover: 43 fascinating ocean creatures, from hermit crabs, sea stars, clownfish, seahorses, dolphins, sharks, turtles, and whales to anglerfish, giant squid, yeti crabs, and sea pigsMemorable ocean "jobs" involving cleaning, filtering, hunting, grazing, building, burrowing, scavenging, migration, camouflage, and survivalEye-catching illustrated spreads showing animals in actionClose-up looks at extraordinary body tools, from tube feet and scraping teeth to sensory systems, glowing lures, filtering structures, and giant eyesDiets, activity patterns, scientific names, ocean roles, and one memorable science surprise for every creatureFour exciting habitats: Shores, Tide Pools & Seafloor Crews; Reef Builders, Cleaners & Gardeners; Open-Water Hunters & Travelers; and Deep-Sea Signals & Strange SpecialistsAn Ocean Job Finder that lets kids explore animals by what they do, plus a Creature Index for quick discovery.And some of the facts sound almost impossible.Did you know coral is made by animals, not plants? That a Hammerhead Shark can detect tiny electrical signals from hidden prey? That a Barreleye Fish has tubular eyes inside a transparent head shield? Or that the "ears" of a Dumbo Octopus are actually swimming fins?This is the kind of book kids can open anywhere and immediately find something that makes them say: "Wait. THAT lives in the ocean?"Perfect for independent readers ages 8-12, ocean lovers, shark and sea-creature fans, science-loving kids, homeschool nature study, reluctant readers who prefer highly visual nonfiction, and parents looking for an educational gift that feels like an underwater adventure rather than homework.From wave-washed rocks to the darkest seafloor, every layer of the ocean is busy.Dive in, look deeper, and discover the incredible secret jobs happening beneath the waves.Get your copy today and send your young explorer on an unforgettable journey through the hidden working world of the ocean. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798192542972
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