Discover the most outrageous aspects of the deep bluefrom record-breaking depths to towering tsunamis, underwater giants to the tiny sea creatures, and the ocean challenges we face to what you can do to help save it. Dive into a world of aquatic mystery in this 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, andabove allthe importance of our ocean.

 

 

This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.

There are 112 pages in this book. This book was published in 2020 by National Geographic Kids .

National Geographic Kids collaborates to put forth fun and interesting non-fiction for kids. Sylvia A. Earle is a marine biologist, author, lecturer, and ocean explorer. She has been a National Geographic Society's Explorer-in-Residence since 1998. As part of the Sustainable Seas Expeditions launched in 1998 with Society support, Earle plans to dive in all 12 U. S. marine sanctuaries. Called "Her Deepness" by the New York Times, Earle has a B. S. from Florida State University and a Ph. D. from Duke University, as well as numerous honorary doctorates. When not underwater, she lives in Oakland, California.