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Sharks are an animal species that has both totally fascinated me and terrified me. I love movies and books about sharks and have seem them in aquariums but the thought of seeing one in real life is crazy. My 10-year-old daughter now loves sharks like me but for her she loves reading about them mostly. Luckily National Geographic Kids has us covered with so many shark-tastic books. She loves soaking it all in about all animals.
National Geographic is a favorite of ours because their books are full of photos and facts. They are books too that can be picked up and browsed rather than read cover to cover, which we don’t always have time for.
Chocked full of brilliant photos, exciting first-hand accounts of shark encounters and weird, wild and fascinating facts, these books are perfect for STEM-related learning, fun summer reading, backseat boredom busting and the shark “fin”-atic!
The Ultimate Book of Sharks
(ages 9-12, hardcover, $19.99) by internationally acclaimed marine photographer and National Geographic Explorer Brian Skerry is an underwater adventure like no other. With exclusive photographs and personal insight from Skerry, this book takes the reader below the surface and into the minds of these spectacular predators. Beyond the feared fins and terrifying teeth, readers will learn what its like to swim with these amazing fish, how they live, what they eat, their superhero-like senses and better understand why these graceful, confident, perfectly sculpted predators are also vulnerable animals that we need to protect.
National Geographic Kids Sharks Sticker Activity Book
(ages 4-8, paperback, $6.99) Rule the ocean in this activity book from National Geographic Kids that features over 1,000 stickers! This boredom busting activity book is packed with mazes, spelling and pattern games, drawing activities, shark facts, and more. Shark-crazy kids are sure to love these pages loaded with fun, learning as they go.
Little Kids First Big Book of the Ocean
(ages 4-8, hardcover, $14.95 ) – An adorable animal reference that includes the sea’s high-interest animals, such as dolphins, sharks, sea otters, and penguins, and introduces kids to some of its lesser-known creatures. More than 100 charming animal photos illustrate the profiles, with facts about the creatures’ sizes, diets, homes, and more. This book will quickly become a favorite at storytime, bedtime, and any other time.
Extreme Ocean: Amazing Animals, High-Tech Gear, Record-Breaking Depths and Much More
by National Geographic Explorer Sylvia A. Earle (ages 8-12, paperback, $12.99) An action-packed combination of science and adventure, famed National Geographic Explorer Sylvia Earle leads readers on an in-depth tour of life beneath the waves. Come face-to-face with whales and sharks, learn about the newest and most hi-tech ocean gear and gadgets, experiment with hands-on activities, and join Earle as she recounts her most daring dives. Packed with fascinating tidbits, animal profiles, and up-to-date science, each chapter combines stunning photography with fun, accessible text. Perfect for curious kids, ocean lovers, young explorers, and the classroom. Extreme Ocean reveals the mystery, majesty, danger, and — above all –the importance of our ocean.
So Cool! Sharks
(ages 3-7, hardcover, $6.99 ) – Sharks are among the world’s top predators, but that’s just ONE reason why they are SO COOL. So who wouldn’t want to hang out with them to learn more! These books blend awesome animal photos with silly quips and info that will delight young readers and animal enthusiasts. For example, kids can catch the hunting habits of a great white shark while learning that its true nature is as chill as a frozen fish stick. This is the perfect little reader to get their brain buzzing and keep them laughing during their downtime.
Weird But True!: Ocean
(ages 8-12, paperback, $8.99) Dive into these fishy facts: Did you know that the prehistoric shark, megalodon, had jaws so big that it could swallow a car? Or that goats, pigs, dogs, cats, and even an alpaca have all learned how to surf? And if that’s not weird enough for you, one man even rowed solo across the Pacific Ocean for 312 days! In this book filled with 300 facts and pictures, you’ll glimpse the ocean’s weirdest wildlife, uncover shocking shipwrecks, and meet sensational seafarers, from pirates and sailors to ground-breaking marine scientists. Perfect for ocean enthusiasts and trivia-loving landlubbers alike!
Check Out National Geographic Kids
Check out all the cool books National Geographic Kids has to offer on the National Geographic Kids website and find National Geographic Kids on Amazon.
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- A must-watch video featuring National Geographic Explorer Brian Skerry, photographing tiger sharks! https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/books/ultimate-book-of-sharks/
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Jillhanson says
My grandkids would enjoy this
Julie Lundstrom says
My son would love them all but Weird But True book would be the first one he would read.
Laurie Nykaza says
Love to read the Extreme Ocean book looks amazing.
Seyma Bennett Shabbir says
My sons love fish and sharks. We have a few aquariums at home with small fish, shrimps, etc. They would love Extreme Ocean!
Donna L says
Little Kids First Big Book of the Ocean!
Jamie Martin says
Weird But True
Rochel S says
Extreme Ocean looks cool!
vickie couturier says
Little Kids First Big Book of the Ocean
Leela says
Weird But True!: Ocean.
Mia Rose says
The So Cool Sharks would be a favorite.
Nancy says
Weird But True