Description: "The oceans around us are full of creatures that are mysterious, beautiful, and strange. Whether you're a fan of sharks, snakes, penguins, or even polar bears, Ocean Animals for Kids is filled with fascinating facts that will help you learn all about the ocean and the mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and invertebrates that call it home. You'll find exciting information about dozens of animals, like where they live and what they eat, along with answers to questions like how whales hear underwater, which ocean animal can open jars, and what happens when marine iguanas sneeze!" -- back cover.
Brief description:
Bethanie and Josh Hestermann are authors of animal-science books for kids, including Zoo Animals: A Search and Find Book for Kids, as well as Zoology for Kids and Marine Science for Kids for more advanced readers. Bethanie is a freelance writer and Josh is a zoologist working at the California Science Center.
Review Quotes: "Beth and Josh have done it again! This book introduces the next generation of ocean scientists and advocates to iconic creatures and the habitats they depend on for survival. The addition of fun activities throughout will go a far way in stirring curiosity and wonder for the ocean and its living organisms." --Peter Edwards, marine scientist and environmental economist