Presents the letters of the alphabet with a marine animal representing each letter, from anemone and blue whales to nurse sharks and vampire squid.

Follows the life of a sea turtle from its hatching on a beach, through its years in the sea, and its return to land where it lays its eggs.

With his signature humor and amazing facts, best-selling author Jerry Pallotta offers a creature that lives in the ocean and needs air to breathe for every letter of the alphabet. Meet dozens of sea mammals--and a few bonus animals--in this beautifully and accurately illustrated alphabet book. In typical Jerry Pallotta style, the text is funny and engaging and often speaks directly to the reader to keep kids entertained and learning with every page turn. General facts about sea mammals are sprinkled throughout the text.

Which sea creature is the greatest? Is it the one with the most venom, the greatest diver, the one with blue blood, or the best rotating eyes? Or is it the master of disguise, the one with the best light, the most slime, or the most eggs? Fascinating facts and spectacular illustrations will inspire young readers to choose their own favorite sea creatures!

An alphabet book of animals from A to Z, which also features a brief Biblical quotation for each letter.

Excellent introduction to sea life spotlights at least one example of marine plant and animal life for each letter of the alphabet. More than 60 different species are represented in detailed, accurate illustrations — from Anemone clownfish and Kelp to Moorish idol and Ziebell's handfish. For ages 10 and up. 27 black-and-white illustrations. Identifications.