Oceans, Parent Resource, Teacher Resource Seymour Simon focuses on the earth's oceans by using beautiful satellite photographs, pictures of coastlines and storms, and some clear drawings showing tides, currents, and waves. The written information is brief but accurate. The pictures make this book. This book is like a hand-held aquarium. It offers a unique way to explore the mysteries of the seas.
Information is presented and illustrated in an understandable manner.
Acetate layers are used to creatively show these various zones. A wonderful way for young readers to learn about the ocean. Bright, glowing illustrations depict how the sea creatures adapted to the land. A chronological look at prehistoric life from the Cambrian Period 550 million years ago takes the young reader on a comprehensible journey with its comparison to everyday objects. Hours of fascination and fun in exploring twelve different habitats, from the ocean to the Antarctic to rain forests.