Synopsis: Dolphin Diaries is an exciting new series that explores all aspects of dolphins' relationships with mankind.Jody McGrath and her family are sailing around the world researching dolphins, and Jody records all their exciting adventures in her Dolphin Diaries.In the series' first book, the yacht begins its journey in the waters off Florida. A sudden storm puts Jody's life in danger, but a dolphin rescues her from the water and brings her back to…

Synopsis: Believe it or not, whales are mammals, just like people. The author and illustrator dive into the ocean to explain why a whale is not just a big fish. This new "Let's Read and Find Out Science" book explains the defining characteristics of mammals and how all mammals nuture their babies to help them grow. Full color.

Synopsis: Relaunch of the Scholastic Science Readers with brand new covers, photographs, and interior designs. Whales, sharks, and dolphins are just a few of the amazing creatures that live in the sea. From the tiny coral shrimp to the enormous squid, this book is a very simple introduction to ocean life.

Synopsis: Introduces ocean creatures through photographs and brief text that describe one animal for each letter of the alphabet.

Synopsis: Everyone loves the smile on a dolphin’s face. Though smart enough to become theme park tricksters, dolphins are first and foremost wild mammals. Melissa Stewart’s lively text outlines our responsibility to conserve their natural environment. This high-interest book also offers an interactive experience to boost awareness of these adorable creatures.National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.Visit www.natgeoed.org/…

Synopsis: Which of these statements are true, and which are myths?*Giant squids have attacked submarines.*Stingrays shoot their poisonous spines.*Some prehistoric whales looked like crocodiles.*South American piranhas have killed and eaten human beings.Only the third is true. The rest are myths! In this fact-filled book, you'll discover amazing facts--and myths--about sea monsters!

Synopsis: Kye knows everything there is to know about whales, and dreams of swimming with a blue whale. When she travels to Mexico with her mother, Kye is closer to her goal than ever. Will her wish of swimming with Big Blue come true?

Synopsis: Describes, in simple terms, the appearance, infancy, habits, behavior, and habitat of the manatee or sea cow.

Synopsis: "A young boy, who has never seen the sea, asks his mother to describe it. From there, Zolotow carefully chooses her words to create a poem full of the colors, sounds, and sights of a day at the beach. Minor's softly detailed renderings reinforce the gentle mood." 'SLJ. "[Zolotow's] words have a special lilt that lingers long after the book is closed." 'NYT. Notable 1992 Children's Trade Books in Social Studies (NCSS/CBC)Outstanding Science…

Synopsis: If you could have any animal's superpower, whose would you choose?What if you woke up one morning, and you suddenly had the superpower of an unusual animal? If you could fly like a colugo, taking out the trash would be a breeze. If you could shock like an electric eel, you'd never worry about the power going out during a storm! And if you could spy like a narwhal, you'd never lose a game of hide-and-seek.With zany illustrations and amazing true…

Synopsis: This all-new title leads Scholastic Nonfiction's relaunch initiative of Jim Arnosky's beloved All About series. All About Manatees is a thorough and colorful introduction to the world of manatees.All About Manatees is the newest entry in Jim Arnosky's treasured All About series, relaunching in Spring 08 from Scholastic Nonfiction. In All About Manatees, Arnosky shows how manatees grow and live, answering kids' biggest questions about these…

Synopsis: Examines plant and animal life, minerals, and other riches below the surface of the ocean, and the potential havoc that humans can wreak in harvesting resources from the seas

Synopsis: A tender story about a mother manatee and her calf. Sponsored by the Pier Aquarium, St. Petersburg, FL. Illustrated by James Melvin.

Synopsis: Amos…