Sharks

Description

Join award-winning science writer Seymour Simon in this picture book introduction to sharks. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. It's a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children. If you believe the movies and books about shark attacks, you probably think that sharks are the biggest, scariest animals on the planet. But are all sharks the giant man hunters they are so often made out to be What do they eat, where do they swim, and what do they do on weekends Dive in and explore one of the world's most mysterious creatures with acclaimed science writer Seymour Simon. With clear, simple text and stunning full-color photographs, readers will learn all about sharks-their behavior and habitat-in this informative picture book. Perfect for young scientists' school reports, this book supports the Common Core State Standards. Check out these other Seymour Simon books about animals: Big Cats Butterflies Cats Crocodiles & Alligators Dogs Dolphins Frogs Gorillas Horses Insects Penguins Sea Creatures Snakes Spiders Whales Wild Babies Wolves

Seymour Simon has been called "the dean of the [children's science book] field" by the New York Times. He has written more than 300 books for young readers and has received the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Lifetime Achievement Award for his lasting contribution to children's science literature, the Science Books & Films Key Award for Excellence in Science Books, the Empire State Award for excellence in literature for young people, and the Educational Paperback Association Jeremiah Ludington Award. He and his wife, Liz, live in Upstate New York. You can visit him online at www.seymoursimon.com.