Sharks

by MacQuitty, Miranda

• ISBN13: 9780789485335
• ISBN10: 0789485338
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2002-03-20
• Publisher: DK Publishing, Inc.

Summary

A fun, yet informative series that offers a chance to delve deep into a wide range of fascinating subjects from nature, history, and science. Full-color, fun, and crammed with facts, DK's Secret Worlds take a fresh look at familiar subjects with brilliant results! Kids age 9 and up can delve into a wide range of subjects from nature to history to science for researching school projects, sating a curious appetite, or just for the love of reading. Tried-and-tested Web sites and a Mega-reference section are just two of the innovative features that will keep kids and parents coming back for more. Priced to collect, these dramatically designed books are a valuable addition to any child's bookshelf.

Author Biography

Dr. Miranda MacQuitty is a marine biologist, a bestselling author, and an exhibition scriptwriter for museums Dr. Philip Whitfield has written numerous books on natural history and conservation topics

Table of Contents

Introduction	6	(2)
Meet the Sharks	8	(6)
Where Sharks Live	14	(8)
Superb Senses	22	(8)
Jaws!	30	(10)
A Shark is Born	40	(6)
Cousin Ray	46	(8)
Vile Venom	54	(6)
Stinging Jellies	60	(6)
Power Pinchers	66	(4)
Monsters of the Deep	70	(6)
Oceans at Risk	76	(9)
Reference Section	85	(9)
Index	94	(2)
Credits	96