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Sharks (National Geographic Kids Readers)
by Anne SchreiberHe&’s quick. He&’s silent. He has five rows of deadly teeth. Chomp! Meet the shark—the fish who ruled the deep before dinosaurs roamed the Earth! This fish has soft cartilage so he can glide, twist, and turn before his prey can say "gulp!" He can smell a single drop of blood in 25 million drops of ocean. He can feel electricity given off by his prey. He will lose and replace more than 10,000 teeth in his lifetime. Cool photos bring kids into the shark&’s world. Fun facts go deep into the shark&’s scary science.
Sharks (Nature's Children)
by Jen GreenDescribes the physical features, habits and habitat of this predator of the deep blue sea.
Sharks (Seedlings)
by Kate RiggsSeedlings offers irresistible introductions to exotic animals and familiar construction vehicles, using a friendly voice and educational text crafted for the youngest of readers. Dynamic photos depict the bodies, behaviors, and habitats of animals and the parts, operation, and roles of machines.
Sharks (X-Books: Predators)
by Melissa Gish“A countdown of five of the most dangerous shark encounters provides thrills as readers learn about the biological, social, and hunting characteristics of these ocean predators”—
Sharks Forever: The Mystery and History of the Planet’s Perfect Predator (Orca Wild #9)
by Mark Leiren-YoungExplore the latest science about sharks. Did you know that some sharks have friends? Or that there are sharks small enough to swim in a soup can? There are sharks who can walk on land and others who make their own light. There are ancient sharks who lived in the oceans millions of years ago, and new species who have just been discovered. Most importantly, did you know that most sharks are fighting for their survival? Sharks Forever takes a deep dive into the lives of sharks––their habitat, biology, habits and personalities. It also looks at the biggest threats to their existence, from marine pollution and overfishing to bycatch and shark-fin soup. It goes beyond the bites and shares stories about people who swim with sharks and call them friends.
Sharks In Danger (Wild World Of Sharks Ser.)
by Paul MasonSharks--sleek, fast-moving predators with powerful jaws--can take care of themselves, right? Wrong! Thanks to humans, many shark species are officially endangered and some iconic sharks even face extinction. This has happened through demand for shark fin soup, big-game fishing, ocean pollution, and other threats to their survival. Discover why sharks need our protection and why we need them. True stories and fascinating science combined with superb photographs explain how these incredible hunters have become the hunted--and also how we can protect them in the future.
Sharks Love Science: Science is fun under the sea!
by Adam FrostIntroduce young readers to science through an amazing underwater world!Packed with sea-life facts and awe-inspiring science, Sharks Love Science looks at animal families, wild weather at sea, ocean habitats, types of sharks - from the great white to the frilled - and so much more. And guess what? Science is SUPER fun. Try this for shark-loving size...Which ocean animal looks like it has escaped from a toolbox? (It's the hammerhead shark, of course!)Can you find the scary-sounding creatures lurking in the ocean's midnight zone? (Look out for the goblin shark and the vampire squid - eek!)How often do penguins poo? (Every 20 minutes - that's more than any other animal!)The perfect picture book for shark-loving kids and all the kids who just want to know HOW and WHY, Sharks Love Science has hilarious illustrations and is packed with super-cool marine animals to make science fun for children aged 5+. Also includes two simple science experiments for budding scientists to try.This second book in the series follows on from Dinos Love Numbers - a wacky, dinosaur-packed introduction to maths for younger readers,
Sharks and Other Deadly Ocean Creatures Visual Encyclopedia (DK Children's Visual Encyclopedias)
by DKSwimming with sharks sounds a terrifying prospect, but not when it is from the comfort of your living room. This comprehensive visual encyclopedia takes you deep into the world&’s waters to meet the deadliest ocean predators – without you even getting wet!Do you know which creature has tentacles longer than a bus? Or what was the largest shark that ever lived? Where does the tiger shark get its name? Which fish has the deadliest venom? And which fish has the strongest bite of anything on Earth? Sharks and Other Deadly Ocean Creatures answers all these questions and many, many more. More than 200 fierce fish from the past and present are featured in fact-packed profiles. You&’ll come face to face with great white sharks, manta rays, saltwater crocodiles, giant squid, biting barracudas, and predatory piranhas all shown with exciting CGI technology and stunning photography. You&’ll learn about shark anatomy, behaviour, and habitats alongside fun, factual text presented in an easily accessible format. Whether you&’re a water baby or simply studying for a school project, this is your one-stop shop for sharks and other deadly ocean creatures.
Sharks and Other Sea Creatures (Projects to Make and Do)
by DKPacked with fun activities, crafts, reading games, and amazing facts, kids can take a dive under the waves and meet all the colorful creatures beneath—from clown fish to starfish to jellyfish—in this educational project book.In Sharks and Other Sea Creatures, each page has engaging photographs with clear text and simple step-by-step instructions for young readers to follow as they complete each project. Kids can learn how to create an egg carton ocean, make pretty paper plate clown fish, and make their way through an octopus maze. Perfect for kids who love the enchanting creatures of the deep, this book will improve their dexterity, memory, and brain development with each activity.Keep kids entertained as they learn with Sharks and Other Sea Creatures.Series Overview: Created especially for kids ages 3–5, DK's Practical Facts series blends gentle educational content with simple practical activities such as crafts, cooking, and counting, providing young readers with a broad reading experience in which they learn by doing. The simple activities reinforce the fun facts and aid in the development of literacy, numeracy, memory, and dexterity. Keep kids entertained as they learn with DK's Practical Facts series.
Sharks for Kids: A Junior Scientist's Guide to Great Whites, Hammerheads, and Other Sharks in the Sea (Junior Scientists)
by David McGuireMeet the ocean's apex predators with the Junior Scientists series for kids ages 6 to 9Sharks come in all shapes and sizes, from giant whale sharks the size of school buses to tiny dwarf lanternsharks only eight inches long. Sharks for Kids introduces you to these magnificent creatures through vivid illustrations and photographs of some of the biggest, smallest, and strangest sharks swimming the seas. In this top choice among sharks books for kids, you'll get to know goblin sharks, thresher sharks, and many more.In one of the most engaging sharks books for kids, you'll discover tons of in-depth facts about some of your favorite sharks, including what they eat, how they hunt, their life cycles, and how people around the world are working to protect them. You'll also learn about how they see, smell, and communicate in the deep sea. Your underwater shark adventure begins here!This standout selection among sharks books for kids includes:So many sharks!—Check out all the wild information on a variety of species.Age-appropriate—The content inside this outstanding pick among sharks books for kids is the perfect reading level for kids ages 6 to 9.Unbelievable images—Sharks books for kids should have colorful photos and illustrations, and this book delivers.If you've been searching for in-depth sharks books for kids, Sharks for Kids is a cut above the rest.
Sharks!
by Lori Stein Animal PlanetAnimal Planet introduces information-packed nonfiction chapter books that are just right for pleasure reading and schoolwork. Dive inside the world of sharks with this guide to the most incredible creatures in the sea. Photographically illustrated chapters highlight kid-favorite species such as Great Whites and Hammerheads, with a focus on behavior, senses, breeding, and feeding. Sharks! is the perfect overview for developing readers ready to explore this popular animal subject on their own. Special features include full-color photography throughout, "Meet the Scientist" sidebars, and "In Your Newsfeed" articles about amazing new discoveries. Don't miss the other books in the series, including Animal Planet Chapter Books: Dinosaurs!.
Sharks! (Penguin Young Readers, Level 3)
by Ginjer L. ClarkeThe very youngest readers can learn all about sharks-the fiercest of the fish family-in this informative Level 1. The simple, clear text and striking pictures makes this a perfect first introduction to these amazing creatures.
Sharks! (Science Reader Level #2)
by Anne SchreiberHe’s quick. He’s silent. He has five rows of deadly teeth. Chomp! Meet the shark--the fish who ruled the deep before dinosaurs roamed the Earth! This fish has soft cartilage so he can glide, twist, and turn before his prey can say "gulp!" He can smell a single drop of blood in 25 million drops of ocean. He can feel electricity given off by his prey. He will lose and replace more than 10,000 teeth in his lifetime. Cool photos bring kids into the shark’s world. Fun facts go deep into the shark’s scary science.
Sharks!: 100 FUN Facts About These Fin-tastic Fish (National Geographic Readers)
by Stephanie Warren DrimmerSharp teeth and pointy fins—look out! It’s a shark! Learn all about these fascinating predators in this jam-packed Level 2 Fact Reader from National Geographic Kids, now with more than 200 books in the series from Pre-reader to Level 2 in the series. From great whites and sawfish to hammerheads and tasseled wobbegongs, sharks rule Earth’s oceans. Discover all about their incredible hunting skills, amazing teeth, awesome adaptations, and more in this accessible collection of 100 weird-but-true facts and engaging text. Learn about angel sharks that can kill prey in one-tenth of a second, Greenland sharks that can live for more than 400 years, lantern sharks that glow in the dark, and more wild stuff about one of the world’s most feared, fascinating, and vital-to-the eocosystem’s creatures. National Geographic Readers' exciting approach to reading, featuring expert-vetted text and fascinating images, has proved to be a winning formula with kids, parents, and educators. Each reader is written by a talented children's book author and includes a photo glossary and interactive features that reinforce what kids have learned in the book. National Geographic Readers feature engaging text carefully vetted by expert educators and accompanied by magnificent National Geographic photography. Level 2 books feature more challenging text to help readers build their confidence, skills, and vocabulary.
Sharks: Challengers of the Deep
by Mary M. Cerullo Jeffrey L. RotmanThe word "shark" triggers the interest of many students. This book describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and varieties of sharks. It dispels common myths about these unusual fish.
Sharky McShark and the Shiny Shell Squabble
by Alison MurraySharky McShark and her best friend Teensy Wee Crab do everything together at the bottom of the deep blue see. They really are the perfect twosome.Until one day - with a plink! twirl! plonk! - an itsy bitsy shrimp arrives on the scene.Is there room for one more in this friendship? Sharky's not so SHORE . . .A vibrant and fun-filled undersea story about sharing, making new friends and overcoming feelings of jealousy, from author/illustrator Alison Murray.Be SHORE to catch: Sharky McShark and the Teensy Wee Crab
Sharky McShark and the Teensy Wee Crab
by Alison MurraySharky McSharkface is the meanest, most fearsome creature in the ocean. When she's around, the clownfish clear out, the flatfish flee, and even the rocks get out of her way. Sharky is the biggest bully in the sea. She has no friends and doesn't want any.But then one day - with a plink! plank! plonk! - a teensy wee crab comes tumbling into her world . . .A fun-filled undersea story exploring bullying, friendship and the true meaning of courage, based on Aesop's classic fable, The Lion and the Mouse.
Sharon Plays It Cool (McCracken's Class #6)
by Diana Oliver[from the back cover] "When you're in McCracken's Class, It's a long, long way till summer vacation! Can 33 fifth graders survive a whole school year with the toughest teacher on the face of the planet? Sharon Fuller's school year hits a sour note when her parents sign her up for flute lessons with Miss Lavinia. But things get worse when her father suddenly loses his job--and becomes a full-time Mr. Mom. Spoiled Sharon soon learns that the whole family has to make sacrifices. Losing her weekly allowance is quite a blow, but at least she can say good-bye to those flute lessons! The only thing that really worries Sharon is that her classmates might find out her dad doesn't have a "real" job. Then Mr. Fuller volunteers to lead the school orchestra, and Sharon is horrified. Now everyone will know the truth about her dad--and she'll have to take up the dreaded flute again. Sharon decides there's only one way out of her musical career: she'll play so badly they'll beg her to quit!" Find out about the other fifth graders in strict Miss McCracken's class in #1 Get Lost, Sylvie!, #2 Annie's Rainbow, #3 Desdemona Acts Up, #4 Kathleen, Karate Queen, #5 Tough Luck, Ronnie, #7 Sam the Spy and #8 Sasha's Secret Boyfriend RL 4.4
Sharon, Lois and Bram's One Elephant Went Out to Play (Sharon, Lois & Bram's Classic Songs)
by Sharon Hampson Lois Lillienstein Bram Morrison Randi HampsonFrom the creators of Skinnamarink comes another picture book based on the classic counting song made famous by this beloved trio of children's entertainers.One elephant went out to play upon a spider's web one day. She had such enormous fun, that she called for her baby elephant to come.Sharon, Lois and Bram invite readers to join them in a musical story about a magical spider web. Jungle animals and kids in costume join in the fun on the web, including a glamorous giraffe, a cranky crocodile, a silly, smiley snake and five monkeys. After the 10th animal is invited onto the web, EVERYONE is invited to the party — but is the web strong enough? Through Qin Leng's wonderfully whimsical illustrations, this delightful picture book tells the story of a diverse group of children coming together in play and song.
Sharon, Lois and Bram's Peanut Butter and Jelly (Sharon, Lois & Bram's Classic Songs)
by Sharon Hampson Lois Lillienstein Bram Morrison Randi HampsonFrom the creators of Skinnamarink comes another picture book based on the classic sandwich song made famous by this beloved trio of children's entertainers.First you dig the peanuts and you dig 'em, you dig 'em, you dig 'em, dig 'em, dig 'em. Peanut, peanut butter, JELLY! Sharon, Lois & Bram invite readers to join them on an adventure to a magical place where a diverse group of animals and children come together to create the most delicious of snacks: a peanut butter and jelly sandwich! Accompanied by Qin Leng's wonderfully whimsical illustrations, this delightful picture book celebrates friends, community, music and a favorite tasty treat — mmm mmm mmmm!
Sharon, Lois and Bram's Skinnamarink (Sharon, Lois & Bram's Classic Songs)
by Sharon Hampson Lois Lillienstein Bram MorrisonNational bestseller — Based on the classic folk song made famous by a beloved trio of children's entertainers, this board book is best sung aloud! "Skinnamarink" is a timeless anthem of love and inclusion.What does "skinnamarink" mean? You may not find its definition in a dictionary, but the meaning is clear to the generations of children who sang along: friendship, happiness, sharing, community and, ultimately, love. This song has been sung in weddings and in classrooms. It can be fun and silly — especially with the accompanying actions! And it has a way of bringing people together. Through Qin Leng's wonderfully imaginative illustrations, this delightful board book tells the story of a community coming together. Young and old, from little mice to a big elephant, people and animals gather into a spontaneous parade as they follow the sound of music.Sharon, Lois and Bram formed as a trio of children's entertainers in Toronto in 1978 and went on to create two top-rated children's television shows, most notably The Elephant Show, and to release 21 full-length albums (many of which reached gold, platinum, double platinum and triple platinum). In 2018, Sharon and Bram celebrated their 40th anniversary and they continue to entertain children and share their message of love.
Sharp Shot (Rich And Jade Ser. #Bk. 3)
by Jack Higgins Justin RichardsBritish twins Rich and Jade Chance are back for a third adventure with their spy father as they try to save the Middle East and the President of the United States from a terrorist government coup.
Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure
by Disney PressAfter taking a year off after graduating high school, Sharpay meets a casting agent who invites her to New York to audition for a new musical. But when Sharpay arrives, she finds out that the role up for grabs is actually for her pet yorkie! Will Sharpay be able to fulfill her Broadway dreams after all? Or will she realize that becoming a star is a lot harder than it seems? Featuring Sharpay Evans from the blockbuster High School Musical films!
Sharpshooter: Sharpshooter (Vietnam #2)
by Chris Lynch"The best Vietnam War novels yet for this age range." -- Kirkus ReviewsOf all his friends, Ivan is the only one looking forward to war.That's because Ivan has never backed down from a fight--especially when it comes to fighting for what's right. He has protected his friends from bullies for years. And now, as war erupts in Vietnam, Ivan wants nothing more than to fight for his country, just as his father did in World War II.Enlisting in the United States Army, Ivan is trained to be a sniper. And he's good at it. Very good. But Vietnam is not the war he was expecting. Somehow the glory and heroism of his father's war stories do not come so easily in the jungle.Now, for the first time, Ivan is forced to question what he's really fighting for... and whether it's a fight he can hope to win.
Shatter Me (Shatter Me #1)
by Tahereh Mafi"You can't touch me," I whisper. I'm lying, is what I don't tell him. He can touch me, is what I'll never tell him. But things happen when people touch me. Strange things. Bad things. No one knows why Juliette's touch is fatal, but The Reestablishment has plans for her. Plans to use her as a weapon. But Juliette has plans of her own. After a lifetime without freedom, she's finally discovering a strength to fight back for the very first time-and to find a future with the one boy she thought she'd lost forever.