How Deep is the Ocean?: With 200 Amazing Questions About The Ocean

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DK brings you a beautifully illustrated and engaging ocean encyclopedia to teach young readers all about what lies beneath! Introducing How Deep is The Ocean? - A captivating kid's fact book set out to answer over 200 burning questions your child may have about the world's oceans, such as: Where do waves come from? How do icebergs float? Do fish sleep? And many more! A practical yet enticing guide to our world's waters, your child can dive straight in to discover: -5 neatly structured chapters, covering each key theme in great detail -A diverse range of topics encompassing all aspects of ocean life -Detailed diagrams and stunning photography of the world's oceans -'Quick-quiz' boxes giving readers a chance to reflect and test their knowledge Steve Setford takes you on an enticing journey to the bottom of the deep blue, to discover everything from tsunamis to shipwrecks; currents to coral reefs; the fiercest of sharks and so much more! The ideal book for 7-9 year olds, this children's encyclopedia is a must-have volume for budding marine biologists, young oceanographers and those who wish to broaden their horizons on the impact of climate change on our oceans. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So let us plant the seed of curiosity in the minds of our young readers, and watch as it blossoms into a life-long love of reading, exploring, and discovering the diverse world around us. Encourage your child to seas the day! Contents The blue planet Where did Earth’s water come from? How old are the oceans? How is the ocean different from the sea? How deep is the ocean? Which is the largest ocean? Why is the ocean blue? Does the ocean ever stand still? Can ocean water freeze? Why doesn’t the ocean dry up? Why is the ocean salty? Why do oceans have waves? How often does the tide turn? Ocean features What is a tsunami? Is the ocean floor flat? Are there volcanoes underwater? Why do icebergs float? How do islands form? Why are some coasts sandy and others rocky? Where does sea foam come from? Does the ocean floor move? Is coral alive? Ocean habitats Does grass grow in the ocean? What lives on the seabed? What lives in a rock pool? Why are mudflats smelly? What are estuaries? Why is a coral reef so colourful? What are the hottest parts of the ocean? Can trees grow in salty water? Why don’t polar animals freeze? Do flowers grow in the ocean? Are there forests in the ocean? Ocean life How does sunlight power ocean life? Why do the biggest animals live in the ocean? How do sea animals use camouflage? Are octopuses really brainy? Can fish see in the dark? What are the biggest ocean predators? Do fish migrate like birds? What lives in the ocean depths? How fast can fish swim? Why do dolphins leap? Do fish sleep? How do birds survive at sea? What happens to sea animals when they die? Do sea serpents exist? Oceans and us How do oceans help us? How do we farm fish? What causes a shipwreck? Are sea levels rising? Why is plastic so harmful to ocean life? How does a submarine dive? Which sea creatures are in danger? How do hurricanes form? When is fishing a problem? How do underwater robots work? How do we study the oceans? How can we take care of the oceans? Answers Quiz your friends! Glossary Index Credits and acknowledgements