Marine Science for Kids

Name: Marine Science for Kids
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SKU: 9781613735367
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Exploring and Protecting Our Watery World, Includes Cool Careers and 21 Activities

By Josh Hestermann and Bethanie Hestermann

Series: For Kids series

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Marine Science for Kids by Josh and Bethanie Hestermann invites children on an engaging journey through the world of marine biology. This book explores the fascinating ocean ecosystem, covering everything from mysterious deep-sea creatures to coral reefs. It's packed with hands-on activities and fun facts, making it an ideal resource for young ocean enthusiasts eager to learn about marine life and conservation.
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This book may appeal to you if you have a young reader in your life fascinated by the wonders of the ocean. It offers engaging insights into marine life and ecosystems, coupled with fun activities that make learning about ocean science an exciting adventure for kids.

Marine Science for Kids

In Marine Science for Kids, you'll delve deep into the science of aquatic study, including geology, chemistry, and biology in both salt- and freshwater environments, and gain insight into the real-world practice of aquatic science.

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Do you ever dream of being a marine explorer or adventurer? Are you a fan of cool, cute, or creepy creatures? Then here's some good news: some of the coolest, cutest, and creepiest creatures live in Earth's oceans and other watery places.

Marine Science for Kids is a colourful, fun, photo-filled guide to exploring our underwater world. In these pages, you'll delve deep into the science of aquatic study, including geology, chemistry, and biology in both salt- and freshwater environments, and gain insight into the real-world practice of aquatic science. You'll discover how and why oceans move, and learn the answers to questions such as "Why is the ocean blue?"

You'll meet cool creatures, including sharks and rays, penguins and other seabirds, whales and dolphins, squids and octopuses, and many more. You'll uncover some of the most pressing challenges facing marine environments and find out how you can use your talents to make a difference. Real-life marine scientists share what inspires them every day and provide insights into their exciting careers. Hands-on activities in each chapter make learning fun.

Kids can: make an edible coral reef; explore marine camouflage; construct a water-propelled squid; test methods of cleaning up an oil spill; experiment with ocean acidification; and much more.

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Marine Science for Kids by Josh and Bethanie Hestermann is praised for its clear and logically organised exposition, rich with information while remaining engaging through the use of text boxes and photographs. Reviewers highlight its ability to inform and inspire curiosity with topics such as ocean acidification and coral reefs, blending STEM fields effectively. It is recommended as both an educational and engaging resource, featuring hands-on activities that distinguish it from similar texts.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781613735367

Publisher: Chicago Review Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 June 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Chicago Review Press

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

Foreword by Stephanie Arne

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 279.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 485g

Pages: 144

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About the Author

Josh and Bethanie Hestermannare the coauthors ofZoology for Kids. Josh Hestermann is the terrestrial husbandry manager at the California Science Center. He has worked as a senior mammalogist at the Aquarium of the Pacific inLong Beach, California. He has also worked as a keeper at Brookfield Zoo and Phoenix Zoo, a wildlife researcher studying marine mammals, and a presenter and educator. Bethanie is a wildlife and conservation blogger and the founder of WordZoo Creative LLC. They live in Southern California.

Stephanie Arneis the host ofMutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdomand the founder of the Creative Animal Foundation.