Kingfisher Knowledge: Sharks

by Miranda Smith

Sharks offers an extensive look at the notorious predators of the deep, providing insights on shark behavior, habitats, and the surprising variety of species that inhabit our oceans. In addition to breathtaking underwater photography, full-action computer-generated artwork brings to life the long-extinct Megalodon as it preys on a prehistoric whale, and captures the moment that a lemon shark gives birth in shallow waters. Through the fascinating text and imagery, readers will learn facts about shark attacks; discover how sharks breathe, swim, communicate, and catch their prey; and find out the latest shark news and research.

64 pages, Hardcover

Published June 10, 2008

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Miranda Smith is a long-standing editor of information books for both children and adults. She has a particular interest in the field of natural history and has written books and articles for children on the subject, including the encyclopedic Living Earth (for Dorling Kindersley).

Reviews

[Michele · Rating 5 out of 5]

Still playing catch up with the grandchildren's library books - This book was picked out by my 5yo grandson. He LOVES sharks and this book was perfect for him. There is a great deal of information and I had to read through it for him. He main interest were the illustrations which were superb.