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Swimming with Sharks (Wild Survival #2)

Volume 2
Series: Wild Survival
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In Swimming with Sharks (Wild Survival #2) by Melissa Cristina Márquez, the story follows a young adventurer who explores the mysteries of the ocean. As they encounter diverse marine life, they experience thrilling challenges and learn valuable lessons about conservation and courage, all while diving deep into an underwater world filled with surprises. This children's book blends excitement with educational elements, engaging young readers in a journey of discovery.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by ocean adventures and love reading about marine life through an exciting and educational lens. Perfect for young readers with an interest in wildlife or those who enjoy thrilling survival stories featuring resilient, adventurous characters.

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Arriving in Sri Lanka to find an extremely rare Pondicherry shark, 12-year-old Adrianna Villalobos and her family discover that it is the main attraction in a restaurant aquarium and must convince the restaurant's owners to release it back into the wild.

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A gripping series about saving Earth's most endangered creatures—and fighting for survival!

Sink or swim!

Twelve-year-old Adrianna Villalobos and her older brother Feye travel the globe with their parents, the hosts of a suspenseful nature show called Wild Survival! The show features daring animal rescues and the work the family does at their animal sanctuary.

This time the family is off to Sri Lanka. They've heard a rumour that an extremely rare Pondicherry shark might have been sighted. Once they arrive, Adrianna, Feye, and their parents discover the rumoured Pondicherry shark is the main attraction in a restaurant aquarium. Is this shark really the one they're looking for? And if it is, can they convince the restaurant's owners to release it back into the wild?

Packed with animal facts and illustrations, as well as non-fiction backmatter, Wild Survival is a compelling series for anyone fascinated by the natural world.

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Swimming with Sharks (Wild Survival #2) by Melissa Cristina Márquez is praised for its engaging storyline and its appeal to young readers with an interest in marine life adventure. The book is noted for its educational content, seamlessly blending facts about sharks and ocean ecosystems into an exciting narrative. Reviewers appreciate the author's ability to create relatable characters and thrilling situations that entertain while informing.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781338635089

Publisher: Scholastic US

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 July 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Scholastic US

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 185.0mm

Weight: 181g

Pages: 272

About the Author

Melissa Cristina Márquez is a fiercely proud Hispanic marine biologist, wildlife educator, professional speaker and presenter, and freelance environmental contributor. Recently, Melissa was featured on Shark Week 2019, named one of BBC's 100 Influential and Inspirational Women of 2018, and gave a TEDx talk on sharks and female scientists. Melissa is the founder of The Fins United Initiative (TFUI) -- a program that highlights diverse sharks, the threats they face, and the scientists who study them.Melissa holds a BA in Marine Ecology and Conservation from New College of Florida and an MSc in Marine Biology from Victoria University. Born in Puerto Rico and raised in Mexico, Melissa aims to bring attention to the importance of diversity and inclusion with her writing.

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