Pacific Ocean (Oceans of the World)

Description

This book introduces children to the Pacific Ocean, looking at climate, ports, and features of its geography. Different types of islands and the ocean floor are explored using key geography terms. Children are encouraged to use geographical skills to locate information by reading maps and interpreting simple keys. This series complements the Introducing Continents series.

Louise Spilsbury is an experienced author of nonfiction books for young people. Her writing covers a wide range of topics from animals and science to history and social studies. Richard Spilsbury is an experienced author of nonfiction books for young people. He has written about a wide range of topics including science, nature, and history.

The series is a superb introduction to the Earth's oceans. . . .This series would be a great place to start as young students are learning research skills and note-taking. These appealing volumes would be a great addition to the nonfiction section for younger readers.-- "School Library Connection" These books will give students a stronger understanding of the scope and importance of the world's oceans. Solid choices for elementary collections.-- "School Library Journal"