"An A to Z collection of roughly 130 entries on all things shark"--

A visual and comprehensive research manual and guide that will take kids from tropical paradise to the cold, dark depths, in search of the wildest, weirdest, and most wonderful sharks in the ocean, now refreshed with a new look. Kids can go on an around-the-world adventure to track the sea's most extraordinary predators with Sharkpedia, 2nd Edition. From the huge and harmless whale shark to the puny pygmy shark, these fascinating fish come in many shapes and sizes, and this guide will take kids from tropical paradise to the cold, dark depths of the ocean. Who gulps up tiny plankton? Who snatches unsuspecting seals mid-swim? Kids can see for themselves from the portholes of our trusty vessel or, if they dare, from behind the bars of a shark cage. So grab your scuba gear and get on the boat-we've got sharks to find with Sharkpedia, 2nd Edition.

A detailed manual and guide that explores the world of sharks, their habitat, what they eat, and first-hand reports from shark attack survivors.

A fun, pocket-size A–Z treasury about sharks, featuring fascinating, little-known facts and captivating illustrations Sharkpedia is an entertaining and enlightening celebration of sharks featuring close to 100 entries, based on the latest knowledge and enriched by original illustrations. Avoiding tired factoids, shark authority Daniel Abel gives new bite to essential information about sharks, including their adaptations as top predators, 450-million-year evolution, behavioral complexity, ecological importance, existential threats, and often sensationalized appearances in popular culture, from Jaws to Shark Week. The notion that sharks are insatiable killing machines is a toothless myth—yet the fear of shark attacks still holds on to many people like a set of locked jaws. Sharkpedia reveals that sharks are much less to be feared—and much more interesting, complicated, and important—than many realize. Filled with compelling stories, Sharkpedia debunks shark myths (for example, that sharks are large and coastal when in fact most are small and inhabit the deep sea), describes their lives (where and how long they live, how many offspring they have, what they eat, and how their bodies function), introduces a variety of iconic and obscure species (such as the Happy Eddie Shyshark), explores our love/hate relationship with sharks, and much more. With charming drawings by leading shark artist Marc Dando, Sharkpedia is a scientific and cultural treasure trove that will leave you with new insights about these remarkable animals. Dive in! Features a cloth cover with an elaborate foil-stamped design

Dive into the dangerous world of sharks--from legends and lore to the real stories behind their deadly jaws. From the harmless and huge whale shark to the puny pygmy shark, these fascinating creatures come in many shapes and sizes...which mean so do their prey. Let your child learn about which species like what snacks, how they make their kill, who gulps up tiny plankton and who stalks unsuspecting swimmers into the depths... They'll discover what to do if they meet a shark face to face from the real experts: surfers and divers whose legs, arms and flesh became lunch for a hungry hunter. Scientists weigh in to explain why sharks attack, and what makes an attack so deadly. So grab your child, some scuba gear and get on the boat, we've got sharks to find!

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Sand tiger sharks are unique for their jagged teeth and ability to swallow air to help them float underwater. Find out why these slow-moving sharks are not as scary as they look. Bring augmented reality to your students by downloading the free Capstone 4D app and scanning for access to awesome videos!