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Marine Science for Kids

Author : Bethanie Hestermann

Publisher : Chicago Review Press

Page : 413 pages

File Size : 20,37 MB

Release : 2017-06-01

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 1613735383

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Do you ever dream of being a marine explorer or adventurer? Are you a fan of cool, cute, or creepy creatures? Then here's some good news: some of the coolest, cutest, and creepiest creatures live in Earth's oceans and other watery places. Marine Science for Kids is a colorful, fun, photo-filled guide to exploring our underwater world. In these pages, you'll delve deep into the science of aquatic study, including geology, chemistry, and biology in both salt- and freshwater environments, and gain insight into the real-world practice of aquatic science. You'll discover how and why oceans move, and learn the answers to questions such as "Why is the ocean blue?" You'll meet cool creatures, including sharks and rays, penguins and other seabirds, whales and dolphins, squids and octopuses, and many more. You'll uncover some of the most pressing challenges facing marine environments and find out how you can use your talents to make a difference. Real-life marine scientists share what inspires them every day and provide insights into their exciting careers. Hands-on activities in each chapter make learning fun. Kids can: make an edible coral reef; explore marine camouflage; construct a water-propelled squid; test methods of cleaning up an oil spill; experiment with ocean acidification; and much more.



Understanding Marine Debris

Author : National Marine Fisheries Service (U.S.)

Publisher : Government Printing Office

Page : 28 pages

File Size : 43,84 MB

Release : 2009-10-06

Category : Family & Relationships

ISBN : 9780160839740

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Contains an assortment of puzzles, brain-teasers and coloring activities help children understand the problem of marine debris while having fun at the same time. Suitable for all ages.



Ocean Seasons

Author : Ron Hirschi

Publisher : Arbordale Publishing

Page : 18 pages

File Size : 28,68 MB

Release : 2007-01-01

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 0977742326

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An introduction to marine food webs and habitats joins the humpback whales in their ocean journey as they migrate through seasonal changes.



Ocean Animals for Kids

Author : Bethanie Hestermann

Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.

Page : 74 pages

File Size : 46,36 MB

Release : 2021-04-06

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 1648760570

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Explore the big world under the waves with the Junior Scientists series for kids ages 6 to 9 The oceans are full of creatures that are beautiful and strange. Whether you're a fan of sharks, snakes, penguins, or polar bears, Ocean Animals for Kids is full of fascinating critters to meet! Get ready to learn all about the mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and invertebrates that call the ocean home. Dive deeper than other ocean books for kids with: Animal profiles—Take a look at dozens of marine species, from sea spiders to sponges, and find out where they live, what they eat, and more! An intro to marine science—This standout among ocean books for kids investigates currents, tides, climate, and what's hiding in the deepest, darkest parts of the ocean. Fun facts—Jump into the best in ocean books for kids and find out which sea-dwellers can open jars, who has pink poop, and what happens when marine iguanas sneeze! See what's happening underwater with this exciting entry into ocean books for kids.



Exploring Creation with Marine Biology

Author : Sherri Seligson

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 10,59 MB

Release : 2021

Category : Creationism

ISBN : 9781946506610

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Apologia’s Marine Biology course is one of the few homeschool science courses that include an entire education on ecology. It gives students self-directed learning tools to ensure that they thrive and master key science concepts. God designed the earth’s intricate ecosystem for his glory and the needs of those He created, and it is crucial for Christians in our day to accurately understand the ocean’s ecosystems and resources and how we can best steward them.--Publisher



The Fascinating Ocean Book for Kids

Author : Bethanie Hestermann

Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.

Page : 214 pages

File Size : 42,2 MB

Release : 2021-07-27

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 1648768857

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From anemones to zooplankton—500 awesome ocean facts for kids ages 8 to 12 Do you know a kid who's captivated by what goes on beneath the ocean's surface? This sea animal book for kids is packed with hundreds of incredible facts for hours of underwater exploration. Pages of full-color pictures feature life in and around the sea including fish, dolphins, and shipwrecks! Dive deeper than other ocean books for kids with ocean trivia such as: Sea cucumbers can eject some of their organs to defend themselves and then regrow them within a few weeks. The Challenger Deep is the deepest place on Earth, almost 7 miles below the surface of the Pacific Ocean. Blue whales are the largest animals that have ever lived—their tongue weighs as much as an entire elephant! Kids will light up as they discover fascinating fishes and deep-sea giants with the best in ocean books for kids.



Ocean Activities for Kids

Author : Laura Petrusic

Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.

Page : 202 pages

File Size : 11,91 MB

Release : 2025-05-13

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN :

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Inspire kids to explore like a scientist with an illustrated ocean activity guide for ages 8 to 12. Calling all ocean lovers: Are you ready to think like a scientist and adventure like an explorer? This fun and interactive guide shows you how to discover the seas with an active mind for learning. Travel down into the depths with 20 lessons and 20 activities that show you how different parts of the ocean work together, and explore all the unbelievable things the ocean does, such as moving with the moon, changing the shape of shorelines, and providing a home to millions of amazing creatures! Explore and play—See ocean science in action with fun experiments such as creating a tide pool, dissolving the earth's crust, simulating how jellyfish release their venom, and so much more. The 5 Science Scout skills—Practice the key skills that scientists and explorers use to discover the world as you Observe, Ask, Imagine, Test, and Reflect. Start an ocean journal—Use the journal pages and writing prompts to record your ideas and observations as you try the experiments—or create some marine memories if you visit the ocean yourself! Introduce curious kids to marine science and exploration with Ocean Activities for Kids—part of the Science Scouts series!



MARINE SCIENCE FOR KIDS

Author : Josh Hestermann

Publisher : For Kids

Page : 144 pages

File Size : 31,18 MB

Release : 2017-06-01

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 9781613735367

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While including all the ocean animals kids love, Marine Science for Kidsdelves much deeper into the complete science of aquatic study, including geology, chemistry and biology in both salt- and freshwater environments more accurately reflecting the real-world study and practice of aquatic science. Kids discover how and why the ocean moves and learn the answers to questions such as Why is the ocean blue? They learn about cool creatures including sharks and rays, penguins and other seabirds, whales and dolphins, squids and octopuses and many more. They discover some of the most pressing challenges facing marine environments, but they re left feeling hopeful that they can use their talents to make a difference. Real-life marine scientists share what inspires them every day so kids can learn more about these exciting careers. Hands-on, cross-curricular activities in each chapter including science experiments, arts and crafts, edible projects and group games make learning fun."



Grant's Getaways: Oregon Adventures with the Kids

Author : Grant McOmie

Publisher : Graphic Arts Books

Page : 239 pages

File Size : 17,61 MB

Release : 2017-09-05

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1513260472

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From the popular television Oregon travel series Grant’s Getaways comes the third book in Grant McOmie’s well-loved guidebooks. Oregon’s treasure Grant McOmie offers in this handy guidebook his favorite kid-friendly outings featured in his television series, Grant’s Getaways. You’ll find activities to engage any kid, from archery to clamming on the coast to hunting for thundereggs to zip-lining through trees in an aerial adventure park. Grant explored many of these outings as a child on family trips and later as a father with his own children. A big believer in teachable moments through touchable history, he’s expert in providing educational content that kids truly enjoy. This is a detailed reference book for outdoor adventures geared for family fun and activities.



The Complete Home Learning Sourcebook

Author : Rebecca Rupp

Publisher : Three Rivers Press (CA)

Page : 882 pages

File Size : 11,4 MB

Release : 1998

Category : Education

ISBN : 0609801090

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Book Description

Lists all the resources needed to create a balanced curriculum for homeschooling--from preschool to high school level.