How do sharks help the ocean ecosystem?

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Shark

Name: Shark
ISBN: 9780439681025

by Simon Mugford

Explore the fascinating world of sharks with this detailed guide covering their anatomy, diets, habitats, and behavior for young marine life enthusiasts.

About This Book

Presents information about the anatomy, diet, habitats and behavior of sharks.

Concepts

Curiosity & Wonder Ocean & Marine Life Animals Science Experiments Nature & Outdoors

Wonderlit Review

This concise chapter book offers a straightforward introduction to sharks for young readers. It covers basic information about shark anatomy, what they eat, where they live, and how they behave. The book's strength lies in its clear, accessible language and its focus on key facts, making it a good choice for children who are just beginning to explore nonfiction or who have a budding interest in marine life. While the data is sparse, the format and subject suggest it would be well-suited for a read-aloud for younger children (ages 4-6) and an independent read for early elementary students (ages 7-11). It serves as an excellent starting point for sparking curiosity about the ocean's most famous predators.