La Porte County Public Library System

An in-depth guide to sharks includes information on where they live, how they eat, the challenges they face, and whether or not certain species pose a danger to humans.

"Did you know that sharks first appeared in the oceans 200 million years before the dinosaurs, and that they have an electrical sixth sense that helps them locate their prey? How dangerous is a great white shark? Can a whale shark really grow as big as a city bus? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these questions, then this may be the book for you! Discover where they live, why they are hunted, and what can be done to protect them. The book...

"Dive into this title to meet hammerhead sharks. Complete with a More Facts section and bolded glossary terms. Young readers will gather basic information about hammerhead sharks through easy-to-read, simple text alongside stunning full-bleed photographs. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards"--Provided by the publisher.

Simple text and photographs describe megamouth sharks, what they look like, where they live, and their behavior.

"Simple text and photographs present hammerhead sharks, their body parts, and their behavior"--Provided by publisher.

Reaching speeds up to 60 miles per hour, mako sharks are the fastest sharks in the world! Their powerful tails drive their torpedo-shaped bodies through tropical waters. In this vibrant title, leveled text introduces readers to the basics of mako sharks, including their appearance and behaviors. Reinforcing features include a range map, a size chart, and a body part identification graphic.

"A countdown of five of the most dangerous shark encounters provides thrills as readers learn about the biological, social, and hunting characteristics of these ocean predators"--