What's so special about the ocean? Everything! The birthplace of all
life on Earth, it is the largest of the world's ecosystems, covering
almost three-quarters of our planet. It produces most of the fresh water
we drink and half the oxygen that we breathe. In fact, the very land we
are standing on came from the ocean floor and will one day return
there.
In this carefully researched, fun-to-color book, you'll learn how the
ocean does many wondrous things. Find out how it determines both the
climate and the weather. Encounter the tiny animals and plants floating
on the surface as well as the monstrous creatures lurking in the dark
abyss. And most importantly, discover why a healthy ocean is essential
and what you can do to help protect it.