Sharks of the World Coloring Book (Paperback)

Llyn Hunter

ISBN 10: 0486261379 / ISBN 13: 9780486261379

Published by Dover Publications Inc., New York, 2003

About this Item

Paperback. Over 350 million years, sharks have evolved into the most successful hunters to roam the seas. This educational and entertaining colouring book focuses on 25 species of shark, ranging in size from the relatively tiny cookiecutter shark (1-1/2 feet long) to the monstrous whale shark (up to 65 feet).Carefully researched and skillfully rendered line drawings depict such fascinating species as the snakelike frilled shark; the thresher shark with its long, scythe-shaped tail; the rare and bizarre goblin shark; the dreaded great white shark, one of the most fearsome predators in the sea, and the swift and graceful blue shark. Also depicted are some of the shark's closest relatives: the spotted ratfish, sting ray, common skate, Atlantic torpedo ray, Atlantic guitarfish and smalltooth sawfish.A fact-filled caption accompanies each of Llyn Hunter's vivid illustrations, providing the sharks' common and scientific names, habitat, behavior, size, colour, distinguishing features and other information. Further enhancing the book are a general introduction and a dramatic double-page illustration showing all 25 sharks drawn to scale. Educational and informative, Sharks of the World colouring Book doubles as an excellent and inexpensive source of royalty-free illustrations for artists and designers. Twenty-five meticulously rendered, ready-to-colour predators of the sea, including the tiny cookiecutter, monstrous whale shark, hammerhead, thresher, great white, many more. Captions. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Seller Inventory # 9780486261379

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Sharks of the World Coloring Book (Paperback)
• Publisher: Dover Publications Inc., New York
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0486261379
• ISBN 13: 9780486261379
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

About this title

Synopsis

Of all the animals that live in the ocean, no group inspires more fear or fascination than the shark. Color your way (safely and without fear) through this incredible species while learning about these ancient predators.

Twenty-five species of sharks — carefully researched, skillfully rendered, and ready to color — ranging from the tiny cookiecutter shark (11¼ inches) to the monstrous whale shark (up to 65 feet). It also includes a hammerhead, a tiger, a blue, a leopard, a great white, and more. Captioned information on habitat, size, distinguishing characteristics, and other data.
 

• Features 25 meticulously illustrated species of sharks, including the tiny cookiecutter shark, snakelike frilled shark, thresher shark, goblin shark, great white shark, blue shark, and the massive whale shark.
• Includes close relatives of sharks, like the spotted ratfish, sting ray, common skate, Atlantic torpedo ray, Atlantic guitarfish, and smalltooth sawfish, for expanded learning.
• Fact-filled captions detailing each species' common and scientific names, habitat, behavior, size, and unique features.
• Learn about their skeletal makeup, unusual sensory and reproductive systems, and more, blending science and creativity seamlessly.
• Line drawings ideal for coloring are designed with precise artistic detail and accuracy.
• A dramatic, double-page spread featuring all 25 sharks drawn to scale for a true sense of their diversity.
• Perfect for all ages—from young learners to marine life enthusiasts, it's an attractive resource for educators, homeschooling, visits to aquariums, and birthday, beach, and pool party favors.
• Combines entertainment with education—join in the fun of coloring and learning about sharks during Discovery Channel's Shark  Week, National Geographic's Sharkfest, and the Jaws 50th anniversary celebration of the classic film.

Sharks of the World Coloring Book offers an exciting underwater adventure. Start your coloring exploration today and uncover the wonders of the ocean's ultimate predators!
 

About the Author

Llyn Hunter is an award-winning artist who grew up in Mesa, Arizona, and headed west to California, where she has worked as a graphic artist for the Los Angeles Zoo, a children's book illustrator, and storyboard animator for several TV studios.