An Anthology of Aquatic Life (DK Children's Anthologies)
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The underwater world is so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn. An Anthology of Aquatic Life is a stunning ocean encyclopedia for young readers to explore, with reference pages packed with fascinating information, little learners will be captivated as they discover the facts, stories and myths behind their favourite sea-life animals. From the deepest, widest ocean to the tiniest puddle, this beautiful compendium takes young readers on an enthralling journey through the aquatic world, meeting amazing animals, ingenious plants, and much more along the way. Stunning photography and gorgeous illustrations complement storybook descriptions about each lifeform, and children can uncover hundreds of fascinating facts as they read. Did you know that elephant seals can hold their breath underwater for more than an hour, or that the brown basilisk reptile can run across water? Discover the science of how plants have learnt to live, feed, and breathe in water, and take a look at the unique challenges of distinct ecosystems on feature spreads about rivers, lakes, wetlands, and more. Celebrate your child’s curiosity as they: - Explore detailed photographs and striking illustrations of nature in action - Reveal fun facts and myths about how a range of animals and plants adapt to their environments - Uncover more than 100 aquatic lifeforms, each with stunning images and captivating information.
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About this book
An Anthology of Aquatic Life is a large-format reference book for young readers, published by DK. Written by Sam Hume, it profiles over 100 water-dwelling organisms, covering animals and plants found in oceans, rivers, lakes, wetlands, and other freshwater habitats. Each entry pairs photographs and illustrations with short descriptive passages written in a storybook style, offering facts alongside myths and stories connected to individual species.
The book organizes its subjects by habitat as well as by species, with feature spreads dedicated to distinct ecosystems such as rivers and wetlands. Entries highlight how different creatures and plants have adapted to living, feeding, and breathing in water. Among the details scattered through the pages: elephant seals can hold their breath underwater for over an hour, and the brown basilisk, a reptile, is able to run across the surface of water. The range extends from large ocean mammals to small pond-dwelling organisms, giving the book a wider scope than a strictly marine reference.
Photographs show animals and plants in their environments, while illustrations fill in details that cameras cannot easily capture. The book is designed for browsing as much as sequential reading, with fact panels and visual layouts intended to let younger readers explore at their own pace.
