Books with title The Kingfisher Young People's Book of Oceans

Embark on an exciting and educational tour of the cosmos in this information-packed guide -- from the first few seconds after the Big Bang to the remote-controlled Pathfinder expedition to Mars and beyond. The journey begins with an introduction to space exploration and humanity's relationship with the stars, from the astronomers of the ancient world, to the day-to-day work of orbiting satellites. Next is a tour of our own solar system, the Milky Way, and Galaxy: atmospheric planetscapes reveal the frozen methane seas of Pluto, while the carefully timed trajectory of the Voyager Probe provide stunning pictures from Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. Full color photographs and computer-generated illustrations are carefully balanced with a succinct, informative text to provide curious young astronomers with a far-ranging understanding of the Universe. This cutting-edge guide is a visual and educational treat for children ready to seek the outer limits of their imaginations. Also includes a highly accessible factfile and glossary.

Grade 4-6?This title updates Lambert's Seas and Oceans (Facts on File, 1985; o.p.). While the narrative is somewhat dry, the graphics, which include satellite photos, underwater shots, drawings, and reproductions, are vibrant and engaging. A depiction of what is now the Mediterranean filling with ocean water is connected by a flowing blue arrow to a dramatic image of what that massive waterfall might have looked like five million years ago. Double-page illustrations, some horizontal, some vertical, amplify the topics. The cross-sectional drawing of underwater geological formations includes ocean vessels floating on the surface, dwarfed by the natural landscape. Sometimes the collages of photographs and drawings are confusing. For example, an illustration of a coral reef includes Pacific and Atlantic species. Maps abound and show the four main oceans, the evolution of the continents, ocean currents, migration paths, voyages of exploration, major shipping lanes, and more. A listing of 40 prominent oceanographers since the 1700s and their important contributions is appended. This colorful glance at marine life is similar to Miranda MacQuitty's Oceans (Knopf, 1995), but broader in scope.?Frances E. Millhouser, Chantilly Regional Library, VA

The Kingfisher Young People's Book of Planet Earth is an exciting and colorful guide to our planet. No stone is left unturned in this fascinating survey of the elements that comprise the Earth, from its origins in space as a swirling cloud of gas and dust, to the dynamic, living planet we know today. Adults and children alike will be thrilled by the dramatic visuals, and the quality of information presented in each fact-packed, full-color spread. Children will discover detailed answers to their questions, whether it's how the world was formed, why dinosaurs became extinct, or why weather changes from one day to the next. Sections on conservation and the environment provide a complete picture of the interaction of life-forms on Earth, and detail the ways human beings can attempt to preserve a habitat for all creatures. Also includes a factfile, and glossary.

This richly illustrated, award-winning reference offers a unique view of the wonders of the world's oceans and seas. The informative text and spectacular illustration delve deep into the oceans' physical characteristics and how they were formed. The entire marine ecosystem is covered, along with ocean exploration and travel. There's even an intriguing look at mythical sea creatures, sailor lore around the globe and a discussion of the need to protect and preserve this irreplaceable resource. Any child who has played in the ocean's waves or collected shells along the shore will cherish this book.

The Kingfisher Book of the Universe is a comprehensive and informative guide to our planet and beyond. Spectacular state-of-the-art illustrations offer a close-up look at our planet, the solar system and into the most far-flung corners of our universe. The opening chapters lay bare the structure of the earth from the outer surface to the inner core and examine the story of life on Earth, as well as the great natural forces that have shaped the planet. The central section takes a closer look at the oceans and marine exploration, revealing amazing underwater landscapes and creatures that live there. The final section breaks free from Earth's gravity to explore the solar system, galaxies, black holes and the Universe's fascinating web of space and time. Along the way the reader will discover what happened in the first few seconds after the big bang, and find out how the Universe may end. Resources include a glossary, factfile, and index.

Climb aboard for an exciting and educational journey around the world with this information-packed atlas! Journey from continent to continent with the help of state-of-the art maps that depict in extraordinary detail each country's topography, cities, borders, and other features. Locator maps for each continent and country provide a clear global perspective. Succinct text, hundreds of photographs and illustrations, and easy-to-read charts of facts and figures help curious young geographers understand what life is like in these faraway places, and explore everything from customs and cultures to economic systems and climates. Includes country flags and a section on mapmaking and usage.

This new title in an award-winning series celebrates the incredible diversity of the natural world and brings to life the complex relationships between different species and their environment.Rich, full-color images accompany the text that describes all the major habitats and eco-systems, including deserts, oceans, the tundra and polar regions, forest, grasslands, and even cities. The full gamut of life is covered, from the unusual communities that thrive around undersea volcanic vents to growing human populations and their impact on the delicate balance of both natural and man-made environments.Special Features- Covers key ecological topics including food chains, migration, and climate- Coverage of relevant websites with details of conservation programs- Glossary & factlist