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Oceanarium by Loveday Trinick is a captivating journey into the underwater world, offering young readers a fascinating exploration of marine life. This beautifully illustrated book acts as a grand museum, filled with diverse aquatic creatures and informative exhibits. It's a delightful and educational experience for children curious about the ocean's wonders.
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You might enjoy this book if you are captivated by the wonders of the ocean and its incredible marine life. It's perfect for curious young readers who love exploring the depths of the sea through vibrant illustrations and engaging facts. This book offers a captivating journey beneath the waves, making it an excellent choice for fostering a sense of wonder about the natural world.

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The next instalment in the successful Welcome to the Museum series, Oceanarium explores the planet's largest and most important habitat, beautifully illustrated by Teagan White.

Explore the planet's largest and most important habitat.

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Welcome to the museum that is always open to explore...

Step inside the pages of Oceanarium to enjoy the experience of a museum from the comfort of your own home. This stunning offering from the Welcome to the Museum series guides readers around the world's oceans, from sandy shorelines to the deepest depths. Get up close and personal with giant whale sharks, tiny tropical fish, majestic manatees and so much more, travel the world from frozen Arctic seas to shimmering coral reefs, and learn why it is so important that we protect our oceans.

Intricate artwork by rising star Teagan White combines with expert text by education officer Loveday Trinick from the National Marine Aquarium, UK. A stunning exploration of the underwater world, and a must-have for any animal enthusiast.

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Reviews highlight Oceanarium as an immensely popular choice for children, praised for its engaging presentation akin to a museum experience. The book features intricate and stunning illustrations accompanied by fascinating facts from a marine biologist, emphasizing the significance of ocean conservation. It is celebrated for bringing the wonders of marine life to life, making it both an educational and visually captivating addition to any home or school library.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781787416314

Publisher: Templar Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 14 October 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Big Picture Press

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Teagan White

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 280.0mm

Height: 380.0mm

Weight: 1250g

Pages: 112

About the Author

Loveday Trinick (Author)
Loveday Trinick is a marine biologist working as a Schools Officer for the Ocean Conservation Trust. Based within the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth, she teaches school children of all ages about the Ocean and why it is important to all of us. Loveday loves seeing children inspired by animals and creating connections to the marine environment - she believes this is the best way to help conserve our oceans for future generations.

Teagan White (Illustrator)
Teagan White is an artist and illustrator living in the Pacific Northwest, using depictions of flora and fauna to celebrate the intricate beauty of the natural world and lament the relationship between humans and the rest of nature. Teagan's work is influenced by years of living in the Midwestern US and Great Lakes region, travelling by bicycle, adventuring in the woods and volunteering in wildlife rehabilitation.

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