Awesome Ocean Science

Whether you live by the sea or not, you can plumb the ocean’s depths to uncover why shoes from Korea washed up on Oregon’s shore, one method to prevent overfishing, and why sailors mistook manatees for mermaids. Tons of activities (examine fish shapes, create deep water currents), engaging questions (who should pay for homes damaged by hurricanes?), intriguing facts, and stories about scientists and ocean phenomena make this title a well-rounded introduction to everything about oceans.