Explore the wonders and beauties of the ocean's kelp forests in this
latest addition to the acclaimed Over and Under series.
Award-winning duo Kate Messner and Christopher Silas Neal return in this
latest addition to the Over and Under picture book series, this time
exploring the rich, interconnected ecosystem of the ocean!
Over the waves, the sea lions bark and seagulls wheel and call. The bay
is smooth and bright in the sun. But under the waves, there's a whole
hidden forest, full of whales and wolf eels, sardines and sea bass,
leopard sharks and luminous jellies, as well as the waving kelp that
shelters them all. Discover the magical depths of the kelp forest, and
all the fascinating creatures living just a paddle's length away--over
and under the waves.
SO MANY FASCINATING FACTS: Kids are endlessly curious about the natural
world and the wildly varied animals and plants living in it--and the
ocean is FULL of amazing and surprising life!
ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS MADE WONDERFUL: Preservation of our
wilderness--and of our oceans in particular--is essential, and this book
makes such a great, upbeat jumping-off point for discussions of the
importance and wonder of our world's natural habitats and ecosystems.
THE GORGEOUS UNDERWATER WORLD: This new book in the Over and Under
series illuminates the magic and amazing biodiversity of the kelp forest
by telling the story of one family's kayaking trip through a real-world
ocean ecosystem. Lyrical prose and color-drenched illustrations will
draw even the most reluctant readers into the world.
STRONG CURRICULUM CONNECTIONS: The Next Generation Science Standards
(NGSS) emphasize learning about animal habitats/biomes in K-2
curriculums, while later grades address topics like food chains,
conservation, and endangered species. With a depth of research and an
engaging, highly visual narrative, this book is an excellent resource
for librarians and primary school educators.
FROM A FAVORITE AUTHOR-ILLUSTRATOR TEAM: Kate Messner and Chris Neal
make nonfiction approachable and appealing! These two award-winning
creators have received countless accolades and published books to
critical acclaim, making them the perfect team to tackle any nonfiction
topic.
Perfect for:
- Those who loved Over and Under the Snow and other books in the Over
and Under series
- Fans of Kate Messner
- Lovers of the ocean and marine life
- Parents and grandparents seeking beautiful books to read aloud
together
- Teachers, educators, and librarians seeking illustrated nonfiction
books with STEM content
- Anyone seeking a distinctive gift for a child who loves animals or
nature
