Offers & Perks
Earn 7 points with this purchase
Added to your rewards balance after checkout.
100 points welcome bonus
Create an account and start with extra points.
Oceans by Seymour Simon - Educational Science Book for Young Readers
Have you ever noticed how blue Earth looks in photographs taken from space? This is because of our oceans. Earth is the only planet in our solar system with water on its surface--more than 200 quadrillion tons of water--and it's constantly in motion. You don't have to live near the ocean to know its power. Changes in temperature far out in the sea can cause a drought thousands of miles away. The oceans affect us all. Award-winning science writer Seymour Simon brings you this full-color photographic introduction to the ocean. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. It's a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.
Seymour Simon knows how to explain science to kids and make it fun. He was a teacher for more than twenty years, has written more than 250 books, and has won multiple awards. Called "the dean of the children's science book field" by the New York Times, Simon has received the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Lifetime Achievement Award for his lasting contribution to children's science literature.
Educational Value and Standards
This book includes an author's note, glossary, and index and supports the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards. A free four-page teacher guide is available for download to accompany this book, putting it in context with Common Core objectives.
Key Features
- Full-color photographic illustrations of Earth's oceans
- Written by award-winning author Seymour Simon
- Ideal for ages 6-8 and homeschooling environments
- Supports Common Core and STEM standards
- Includes glossary and index for reference
- Published by HarperCollins
- Paperback format for easy handling
This nonfiction picture book explores how Earth's oceans affect weather patterns, climate, and life across the planet. Young readers will discover why our planet appears blue from space and learn about the constant motion of more than 200 quadrillion tons of water covering Earth's surface.
Contributor(s)
Author
Free shipping on orders over $75. Standard shipping takes 3-7 business days. Returns accepted within 30 days of purchase.