Books with title The Ultimate Book of Sharks

Dive into the wild world of sharks! Get up close to learn the truth behind these fantastic, ferocious fish with famed National Geographic photographer and explorer Brian Skerry.Join this amazing underwater adventure to track the sharks of the world, from the teeniest dogfish to the everfeared great white. This ultimate book features every species of shark on the planet, with awesome photos, fascinating facts, the latest science, and firsthand stories of real-life encounters with these incredible creatures. Learn how sharks live, how they eat, the challenges they face, and whether or not you are actually on the menu!

"A fun book to ignite curiosity about the solar system." — School Library JournalLearn all about rocket ships, astronauts, and the fascinating world of space exploration: The rover Curiosity lands on the surface of Mars, astronauts prepare for takeoff... Best of all, lots of flaps, popups, pull-tabs, and rotating wheels bring space shuttles, satellites, and planets to life. Readers will learn about the Milky Way and the universe, explore the International Space Station, and help astronauts complete their NASA training. Any child who has ever dreamed of space exploration will adore this extraordinary look at outer space.• Supersized spreads feature marvelously detailed illustrations that just beg to be pored over again and again• More than 40 interactive flaps, tabs, and more to keep kids engaged• A captivating adventure that brings the world of space and the magic of books to life in young mindsFans of How Things Work will also enjoy the stunning details and interactive fun of The Ultimate Book of Space.• Great family read-aloud book• Books for kids ages 4–8 • Science books for preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school children

"Playful, detail-rich scenes give readers plenty to pore over." — Publishers WeeklyLearn all about the people, places, and vehicles that make the city go: The express bus drives passengers to work, swans swim in the lake at the park... Best of all, lots of flaps, popups, pull-tabs, and rotating wheels bring a vibrant city to life. Readers will learn what traffic signs mean, see all that goes on in big buildings, and visit a fire station. Any child who is interested in how cities work adore this extraordinary book. • Supersized spreads feature marvelously detailed illustrations that just beg to be pored over again and again• More than 55 interactive flaps, tabs, and more to keep kids engaged• A captivating adventure that brings the city and the magic of books to life in young minds"There's lots to see and do in this big city." — Kirkus ReviewsFans of How Things Work will also enjoy the stunning details and interactive fun of The Ultimate Book of Cities.• Great family read-aloud book• Books for kids ages 5–8• Books for preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school children

Dive into the wild world of sharks! Get up close to learn the truth behind these fantastic, ferocious fish with famed National Geographic photographer and explorer Brian Skerry.Join this amazing underwater adventure to track the sharks of the world, from the teeniest dogfish to the everfeared great white. This ultimate book features every species of shark on the planet, with awesome photos, fascinating facts, the latest science, and firsthand stories of real-life encounters with these incredible creatures. Learn how sharks live, how they eat, the challenges they face, and whether or not you are actually on the menu!

The Ultimate Dog Book is the book every dog-lover has been waiting for. Never before in one volume have the beauty, majesty, warmth, and winning qualities of dogs been so dramatically and evocatively captured. Superb specially commissioned full-color photographic portraits of each of the top breeds and varieties -- in their most natural and characteristic light -- reveal more clearly than in any other book why so many millions of people have loved and revered dogs through the ages. More than 100 international breeds and varieties are given these stunning full-page profiles, along with a detailed description of each breed's history, temperament, physical characteristics, and unique personality traits. But The Ultimate Dog Book is even more; it is practical. Not only does it offer expert step-by-step guidance on all the basics of dog care, from puppyhood to old age, it also provides specific advice on how to enter the world of breeding, training, and showing, and how to master the professional tricks of the trade. There is fascinating information on the instincts that "make a dog tick," plus special photographic sequences illustrating dog development, training, grooming, and more. Expert advice on raising puppies, grooming, diet, and health care make this a truly comprehensive volume. The Ultimate Dog Book is the perfect gift and an essential companion for dog-lovers everywhere -- truly the "ultimate" guide to man's best friend.

Learn all about the lives and history of horses: Mustangs run wild through the plains, a veterinarian cares for a horse's injured hoof... Best of all, lots of flaps, popups, pull-tabs, and rotating wheels bring the world of horses to life. Readers will learn all about the different horse breeds, the different types of work that they do, and how to care for and train horses. Any child who loves animals will adore this extraordinary look at horses. - Supersized spreads feature marvelously detailed illustrations that just beg to be pored over again and again - More than 40 interactive flaps, tabs, and more to keep kids engaged - A captivating adventure that brings horses and the magic of books to life in young minds Fans of How Things Work will also enjoy the stunning details and interactive fun of The Ultimate Book of Horses. - Great family read-aloud book - Books for kids ages 5-8 - Books for preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school children

The Ultimate Book of Dinosaurs. 256 pages. Hardcover. Over size. Copyright 2000 Parragon Publishing. First published in 2000. Printed in Germany. By Paul Dowswell, et al. Editor Katie Orchard. ISBN 0-75253-759-8. "Everything you always wanted to know about dinosaurs---but were too terrified to ask. All the dinosaurs you've heard of - and many more that you haven't - are lurking inside on the beautifully illustrated pages of this book. Come and explore the colourful world of dinosaurs, from the most enormous to the tiniest, from the fiercest meat-eating monster to the gentlest plant eater. Find out what they looked like, where they live, what they ate and much, much more. (from book)"

Enter the mysterious underwater world of the shark, and discover how the various members of this fascinating family of fish are perfectly adapted to their environments. Large, colorful spreads complemented by step-by-step illustrations and informative captions provide children with a close-up look at these toothy predators, including where they live, how their bodies work, what they eat, and how they catch their prey. Whether it's the ferocious tiger shark, the slow-moving basking shark, or the cleverly camouflaged nurse shark, every child's favorite shark can be found in this exciting overview of shark life. At the end of the book, an illustrated glossary and comprehensive index offer a feeding frenzy of exciting details to sharpen the young reader's reference skills.

From the human body to the solar system, and from the American Revolution to the continent of Africa, The Ultimate Book of Knowledge offers young readers a dazzling source of information on virtually any topic they can dream of.Packed with full-color illustrations and photographs on every page, this stimulating book is divided into sections on the human body, plants and animals, the Earth, planets and stars, science and technology, the arts, our society, history, and countries. Young people will learn the parts of a flower and how muscles move bones, the name of the fastest fish and the age of the oldest crocodiles, the windiest place on Earth and the very first passengers in a hot-air balloon (a sheep, a duck, and a cockerel). There is something here for almost any interest. The book sheds light on dinosaurs and spiders, computers and the internet, films and cartoons, the ancient Egyptians, knights and castles, China and the United States. Each topic includes attractive illustrations with captions and easy-to-understand, age-specific text. There are intriguing "Did You Know" sections that contain fascinating, little-known observations, "Fast Facts" sections that contain things like the tallest dinosaur or the longest tunnel or the deepest lake, and "Key Dates" boxes that show the development over time of topics like World Religions or Egyptian Civilization. The book also includes a large number of full-color maps and an index that helps kids find information on their favorite topics.Fun to flip through, easy to read, and quite informative, The Ultimate Book of Knowledge is a perfect starting place for any child eager to learn about the world around them.

Enter the mysterious underwater world of the shark, and discover how the various members of this fascinating family of fish are perfectly adapted to their environments. Large, colorful spreads complemented by step-by-step illustrations and informative captions provide children with a close-up look at these toothy predators, including where they live, how their bodies work, what they eat, and how they catch their prey. Whether it's the ferocious tiger shark, the slow-moving basking shark, or the cleverly camouflaged nurse shark, every child's favorite shark can be found in this exciting overview of shark life. At the end of the book, an illustrated glossary and comprehensive index offer a feeding frenzy of exciting details to sharpen the young reader's reference skills.