Chasing Sharks

By Janet Perry and Victor Gentle

There's no doubt about it, children are fascinated by sharks Whether it's their sleek bodies or the power they command in the ocean, sharks continue to be a favorite subject of children of all ages. In Sharks, young readers will delve into the fascinating world of sharks, learning how they hunt, why they are being threatened, and why they need camouflage. Each volume combines large, easy-to-read type and spectacular photographs of the curious varieties of sharks. This rare and thorough look into the world of sharks will compel and inform every reader.Dead or alive, sharks have long been useful to humans. Dead, sharks provide materials that can be used for food, medicine, weapons, tools, and even articles of clothing. Alive, sharks are often studied by scientists for answers to questions concerning sharks' migratory patterns, their use of energy to stay alive, their means of navigation, and even factors that upset them and cause changes in their behavior. With so much to offer scientists interested in learning more about animal behavior, it's no wonder that humans have gone to great lengths to figure out ways to study sharks without harming them.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0836828259
• ISBN13: 9780836828252
• Release Date: January 2001
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.7" x 7.5"
• Age Range: 5 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 3