Explore the diverse Indian Ocean in this beautifully illustrated children's book, for readers aged 9+The Indian Ocean is Earth's third biggest ocean, connecting Africa with Asia and Australia. Its warm waters are filled with unique wildlife visiting its famous islands, colourful coral reefs and dense mangrove forests. Many major cities surround the Indian Ocean and the ocean is an important part of life for their inhabitants, who often work in shipping, tourism or fishing. But the Indian Ocean is at particular risk from rising sea levels, as much of the land surrounding it as low-lying and floods are a constant threat.The oceans make up Earth's biggest habitat. More than 70 per cent of Earth's surface is covered by oceans and seas and they hold more than 97 per cent of Earth's water supply. Oceans drive the world's weather, provide half of the oxygen we breathe and provide food and livelihoods for more than a billion people.Blue Worlds explores each of the world's five oceans and major seas in detail, looking at the different features - from wildlife and weather to landscape - that make them all individual and unique. It also looks at the threats that they face, such as global warming, overfishing and pollution.Titles in the series: The Arctic Ocean, The Atlantic Ocean. The Indian Ocean, The Pacific Ocean, The Southern Ocean, Seas, Gulfs & BaysContents:The world's oceans Indian Ocean tour Seas, bays, gulfs and straits Coasts and islands Winds, currents and waves Indian Ocean explorers Indian Ocean wildlife The Ganges Delta Life on Madagascar Indian Ocean plants People and transport Indian Ocean riches Indian Ocean in danger Indian Ocean factsGlossaryIndex

 

 

This book is part of a book series called Blue Worlds .

This book has been graded for interest at 9-11 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2022 by Hachette Children's Group .

Josy Bloggs is an established illustrator and graphic designer, with a love for colourful, bold artworks. She is based in Wakefield. Anita Ganeri is an award-winning author of children's books, specializing in geography.