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Sharks (A Day in the Life)
What Do Great Whites, Hammerheads, and Whale Sharks Get Up To All Day?
Series: A Day in the Life
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This children's non-fiction book encourages a fresh perspective on sharks—not merely fearsome hunters but vital endangered species playing a key role in ocean ecosystems.
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Format: Hardback
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Ideal for children with an interest in marine life, nature, and animal behaviour. Perfect for young readers curious about sharks and ocean ecosystems, and those who enjoy engaging, educational picture books.
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See moreA beautifully illustrated non-fiction story following great whites, hammerheads, whale sharks, and more over the course of one day.
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Sharks (A Day in the Life) by Neon Squid and Carlee Jackson is set over a 24-hour period, introducing kids to tiger sharks, lemon sharks, and basking sharks in this captivating non-fiction book about the coolest predators in the ocean.
Dive under the sea to follow the lives of individual sharks as they hunt, hide, and play their way through their day. Shark conservationist Carlee Jackson cleverly weaves the story from whale sharks to epaulette sharks (who hunt in rock pools!) in the style of a nature documentary, including scientific explanations perfect for future marine biologists.
The book encourages kids to look at sharks in a new light—not just as fearsome predators but as endangered animals who play a key role in the ocean's ecosystem.
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Booklist praises the A Day in the Life series for its dynamic mix of action, fascinating facts, and detailed explanations. Featuring vibrant, stylised illustrations with distinctive colour palettes, the series is described as an attractive choice for children intrigued by wild animals.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781838992064
Publisher: Priddy Books
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 03 May 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Neon Squid
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Chaaya Prabhat
- Illustrated by Chaaya Prabhat
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 13.0mm
Width: 224.0mm
Height: 263.0mm
Weight: 440g
Pages: 48
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Carlee Jackson is a marine biologist and science communicator. She co-founded Minorities in Shark Sciences (MISS), which aims to make shark science more accessible to women of colour.
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