Books with title Ships UP CLOSE

Climb aboard: ferries, oil tankers, fishing ships, icebreakers, tugboats, gigantic aircraft carriers, and more. Some protect the waters, others transport fuel around the world, and still more take thousands of people on fun vacations. Kids (and many adults, too) will love this privileged, detailed look at the bridge of a fireboat, the back of a loaded cargo ship, and sailboats in mid race—all displayed in dazzling, long gatefolds. In addition to the array of vessels, there’s entertaining information about the Golden Age of pirates on the high seas, shipyards and shipbuilding, how tugboats work, yacht races, and much more.

Climb aboard: ferries, oil tankers, fishing ships, icebreakers, tugboats, gigantic aircraft carriers, and more. Some protect the waters, others transport fuel around the world, and still more take thousands of people on fun vacations. Kids (and many adults, too) will love this privileged, detailed look at the bridge of a fireboat, the back of a loaded cargo ship, and sailboats in mid race—all displayed in dazzling, long gatefolds. In addition to the array of vessels, there’s entertaining information about the Golden Age of pirates on the high seas, shipyards and shipbuilding, how tugboats work, yacht races, and much more.

Recognizing and labeling animals has never been so geometrically inspired! Young children will delight in the usual suspects (bunny, pig, frog, chicken, monkey, and lion) depicted in a whole new way. The elements of each zoomed-in face provide only a subtle hint of the animals’ identities, inviting children (and adults!) to stretch the boundaries of what defines an animal image. The simple question-and-answer format provides immediate gratification for even the shortest attention spans. Praise for Up Close STARRED REVIEW "Wegerif does a remarkable job of capturing each creature’s essence in a few simple shapes and bright nursery colors." ―Publishers Weekly, starred review "The text, written in a clear, blocky type, encourages a guessing game." ―Kirkus Reviews "In this inventive board book, colorful, abstract illustrations invite young listeners to participate in a guessing game. Recommended with extra enthusiasm for its ingenuity and high-quality art." ―School Library Journal

Explore the amazing beauty and life of sharks with one of the world's most experienced shark divers. Jim Abernethy, author and award-winning photographer, has spent a lifetime getting Up Close with many of the largest species of shark. His knowledge and love for these misunderstood creatures has fueled his passion to share with the world the true nature of sharks. Through stunning imagery and educational text, the reader is sure to come away with a new appreciation for sharks and their plight for survival. Sharks - Up Close 2nd edition is filled with more information on sharks from their unique anatomy to behaviors rarely seen.

Sharks Up Close is a quest to reveal the true nature of sharks and promote the many reasons we must protect them. World-renowned marine life photographer and shark expert Jim Abernethy and award-winning author Jennifer R. Nolan collaborated on this book filled with captivating imagery and fascinating facts about sharks. Jim Abernethy brings firsthand knowledge about the behavior and plight of these animals and has literally forged relationships with countless sharks that are considered some of the most dangerous in the world—all in order to fulfill his life’s mission of proving they’re not out to hurt people and must be protected for a myriad of reasons. After decades of experience running shark expeditions—living at sea nearly year round since 1998—Jim knows better than most that they are misunderstood and in danger of extinction. Through Jim and Jennifer’s inspirational words, passion for the oceans, and Jim’s up close imagery, the reader is truly able to appreciate the magnificence and beauty of these majestic creatures. Of the over 400 shark species that grace our oceans, many are in serious danger of extinction. With over ninety percent of the large predatory sharks wiped out, it’s time to make a conscience choice to better respect and protect these great creatures; not taking action will mean the next generation could witness their “final act.” Sharks need a worldwide audience that stands up for them and gives them a voice. Sharks Up Close provides a real education on shark behavior and anatomy, giving the reader insight as to why sharks behave the way they do. This page-turner is a “must” for reader’s young and old. As Jacques Cousteau said, “People protect what they love.” Sharks Up Close makes it easy to fall in love with these amazing creatures that have graced the oceans for over 415 million years. And this book will highlight all the reasons why protecting sharks is a win-win for all of humanity, we are all connected.

Recognizing and labeling animals has never been so geometrically inspired! Young children will delight in the usual suspects (bunny, pig, frog, chicken, monkey, and lion) depicted in a whole new way. The elements of each zoomed-in face provide only a subtle hint of the animals' identities, inviting children (and adults!) to stretch the boundaries of what defines an animal image. The simple question-and-answer format provides immediate gratification for even the shortest attention spans.

Explore the amazing beauty and life of sharks with one of the world's most experienced shark divers. Jim Abernethy, author and award-winning photographer, has spent a lifetime getting Up Close with many of the largest species of shark. His knowledge and love for these misunderstood creatures has fueled his passion to share with the world the true nature of sharks. Through stunning imagery and educational text, the reader is sure to come away with a new appreciation for sharks and their plight for survival. Sharks - Up Close 2nd edition is filled with more information on sharks from their unique anatomy to behaviors rarely seen.

Jimmy is mad about movies. He even thinks in film frames and he's finding his obsession a very useful way of blanking out his troubles with his mum and step-dad. His other distraction is his job at the coffee shop, working with Liz. Liz is having her own problems at home too but when Jimmy's estranged father turns up out of the blue, things get even more complicated. Liz's deep mistrust of Jimmy's father grows but will her concerns end up pushing Jimmy deeper into his father's dark and dangerous world?

Ideal for today's young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.