More than 70 percent of the earth's surface is covered by water, which makes studying the ocean an integral part of early Earth science lessons. Through full-color photographs and age-appropriate scientific information, readers dive deep into the world's oceans to learn about this important part of the planet. They're presented with fun and fascinating facts about the ocean, such as its role in the water cycle and the animals and creatures that call it home. Readers are encouraged to think about ways to protect the ocean, as this volume fosters a spirit of environmental conservation and appreciation.

Describes four kinds of sea turtles--hawksbill turtles, green turtles, leatherbacks, and loggerheads--and explains how people help to keep them safe and healthy in the wild.

Dive ? if you dare ? into the wonderful world of sharks!Let?s Explore Sharks introduces children to these mysterious and often misunderstood ocean hunters.The most feared and favorite sharks ? the great white, tiger and hammerhead, among others ? come to life in breathtaking photographs and fun, informative text that explain in a basic level shark biology, behavior and conservation.Let?s Explore Sharks encourages elementary school children to read, become involved in conservation and science, and serves as an ideal springboard for classroom discussion and projects.

Charlie the crab takes children on a tour of a coral reef, home to a variety of marine life, from the clownfish to the tiger shark, and explains the importance of this diverse ecosystem to humanity.

Every country has its own awesome attractions. What makes China special? Explore China's amazing features, including the Great Wall, the many growing cities, and more. Full-color photographs and carefully leveled text bring China to life, while age-appropriate critical thinking questions introduce readers to nonfiction. Let's go!

Presents the geography, animals, food, and pyramids of Egypt.

A guy walks into a bar car and... From here the story could take many turns. When this guy is David Sedaris, the possibilities are endless, but the result is always the same: he will both delight you with twists of humor and intelligence and leave you deeply moved. Sedaris remembers his father's dinnertime attire (shirtsleeves and underpants), his first colonoscopy (remarkably pleasant), and the time he considered buying the skeleton of a murdered Pygmy. With Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls, David Sedaris shows once again why his work has been called "hilarious, elegant, and surprisingly moving" (Washington Post).