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Absolutely Incredible
I was in awe when my son received the Dinosaur book for Christmas from his Grandfather. I saw this book in a Parents magazine and had to get it based on the fact that the Dino one was incredible. My 3 year old loves it! It's not a book to let him play with unless you want it destroyed. Instead, this book allows us to make some quality time for each other when we sit down and look through it. It's very informational, and as he grows older I'm sure he'll read it, but at this point the pop-ups are worth it!

My son loves the book
This is a very interesting book.My 5-year old has really enjoyed the book.

A Masterpiece of Pop-up books.
A Great Book to Read With the Kid on your lap. Probably best for kids in the couple or three grades. Best for kids on your lap because pop-up books are rather fragile. Grabbing the nose of the shark and using it as a handle to lug the book around is likely to lose the nose to your shark.
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Subjects:  1. Animals - Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Creatures    2. Animals - Fishes    3. Animals - Marine Life    4. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    5. Children: Kindergarten    6. Extinct animals    7. Fishes, Fossil    8. Juvenile Fiction    9. Juvenile literature    10. Marine animals, Fossil    11. Nature & the Natural World - General    12. Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals / Marine Life   

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Unexamined metaphysics
My boy brought this home the school library and the title of the book intrigued me. What is it like to swim by swishing your tail, round and round, in a small little bowl; or, eating fish flakes sprinkled from above when the person decides it's time to be fed; or to live in an environment that deteriorates day after day into murkiness until you are suddenly scooped up by a net and put into an even smaller container while your bowl is being cleaned? What IS it like to be a fish? Alas, there are no answers to that question found in this book -- pity.
Great science book for young kids!
Wendy Pfeffer has a talent for making difficult science concepts understandable to young children.This is a lively and very kid-friendly book with cheerful illustrations that kids will enjoy and learn from. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Animals - Reptiles & Amphibians    3. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    4. Children: Kindergarten    5. Fishes    6. Juvenile literature    7. Science & Nature - General    8. Aquatic creatures    9. Juvenile Nonfiction / Science & Technology / General    10. Zoology & animal sciences   

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SHARKS ARE COOL !
THIS SHARK BOOK WAS GREAT,SHARKS ARE ONE OF MY FAVOURITE
This book is AMAZING!
This book is full of great information on Sharks and spectacular photographs! If you are looking for a GREAT Shark book, then THIS is the book for you!! (I would give this book MORE than 5 stars if it were avaible!)

THIS BOOK IS AWSOME!! I LOVED IT!! SHARKS ARE GOOD NOT BAD!!
This is an absolutely beyond Awsome book!!! It is my favorite book! I am obsessed with sharks and I love sharks, so I loved this book! It tells how sharks breed their babys, where all the shark attacks were, The Grate WhiteShark, The gentel Giants like the Whale Shark and much, much more!!! Ittold me great facts, like the Megamouth shark is the rarest shark and wasdiscovered in 1976, Sharks are made out of cartilege, The whale shark isthe biggest fish in the world and only eats shrimp, Bull Sharks can swimdown Rivers, Black Tip Reef sharks are very swift, shark's food can stay inthe shark's stomach for more then 2 weeks and most importantley of all,SHARKS ARE GOOD NOT BAD AND DON'T LISTEN TO JAWS! It tells EVERYTHING youwant to know about sharks! You should buy this book! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Animals - Marine Life    3. Children's 9-12 - Nature / Guide Books    4. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction    5. Children: Grades 4-6    6. Juvenile literature    7. Sharks    8. Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Marine Life   

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My son loved this book!
My son was thrilled with this book - he loves sharks and absolutely loved this book! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Animals - Marine Life    3. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    4. Children: Grades 2-3    5. Juvenile Nonfiction    6. Juvenile literature    7. Miscellanea    8. Questions and answers    9. Sharks    10. Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals / General   

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Good, But I wanted a little more.
I enjoyed the book, as other reviews have mentioned, it is a good period piece about life on the Jersey shore in 1916. The author tried to touch a lot of bases and started but did not complete a lot of story lines.When I was finished, I found myself looking for another book about the events that would fill in some blanks.

It was okay....
This was more a history book about 1916. I would have liked to have had more details about the shark attacks.

Poorly Done
I started reading this tome when it came out a few years back. I gave it my best, trying to salvage what I could from Capuzzo's writing style, the subject, and anything else I could find. I cannot give this book a good recommendation to folks interested in the subject of sharks in general and the 1916 attacks in particular. I gave up reading it about a third or so through it, and have since found Dr. Richard Fernicola's book "Twelve Days of Terror", and the subsequent movie based on it far superior. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Children: Grades 4-6    3. Fish    4. History    5. History - General History    6. History - U.S.    7. History - United States/20th Century    8. History - United States/State & Local    9. Juvenile Nonfiction    10. Marine Life    11. New Jersey    12. Shark attacks    13. United States - State & Local - General    14. Nature / General   

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We saw the exhibit!
I just ordered this book, but it has to be five stars. My wife and I saw the Sharkabet exhibit last fall at the Museum of the Rockies in Bozeman, Montana, and it was super!We have several of Ray Troll's T-shirts, and I hope that some of the Sharkabet pictures turn up on T-shirts.

The ABC's of Shark Evolution and Diversity
The time has come for a terrific book like this. Sharks are the subject of widespread and abiding public interest, an interest spurred on by (often sensationalist) media portrayals. As author Peter Benchley writes, "(The) long term reaction to Jaws has been not hatred but facination," while Time magazine in response to an apparent spate of shark attacks last year, pronounced summer 2001 "The Summer of the Shark". Despite the prevailing fascination with sharks, the animal -- like science as a whole -- continues to be shrouded in misconceptions, and these misconceptions, in turn, have placed sharks in great peril. Ray Troll's engaging art and essential text present the little known depths of shark diversity with a hip whimsical flair. Beautifully designed, this very high quality printing from WestWinds Press does justice to Troll's delightful, yet scientifically accurate, rendering. A quick shout-out to the scientists whose research Ray has brought to life, especially the paleontologists. Ray has given flesh to the bones of their long gone critters. Hopefully, this "back to basics" book will offer a more balanced view of those endangered predators still with us in Earth's oceans today.

A Sharkfeed of Fun!
I find myself coming back to this book again and again to study the brightly-colored illustrations and tasty chunks of spellbinding sharklore.As a teacher of native English in Japan, I can testify to SHARKABET's popularity with children and adults alike; it even cuts across the language barrier with its visual wonders.In addition to pictures of unusual sharks in their native habitats, there are also fanciful but realistic scenes that leave my students gaping, such as sharks swimming in the air (for comparison with we earthbound types).Although I find the extinct prehistoric sharks to be the most fascinating -- some with mouths that look like power tools -- the little-known living sharks give their predecessors a run for their money (look for the Cookie Cutter Shark).The colors are vivid and lifelike, the facts seem like something out of God's own Sci-Fi Playroom, and even the experts find new treats to chew on in this excellent, amazing wonder. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Animals - Marine Life    3. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    4. Children: Grades 2-3    5. Chondrichthyes    6. Concepts - Alphabet    7. English language    8. Juvenile Nonfiction    9. Miscellanea    10. Pictorial works    11. Sharks   

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FISHES IN THE OCEAN
FISHES ARE ONE OF MY FAVOURITE ANIMALS
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Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction    3. Children: Grades 4-6    4. Fishes    5. Juvenile Nonfiction    6. Juvenile literature    7. Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals / Fishes   

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Excellent book for anyone studying fishes
This book was extremely helpful to me while I learned all about the fishes at the Aquarium of the Pacific.It is very concise and yet includes every order and family that I ever encountered during my studies.I recommend itwholeheartedly!

47 PhDs put this phenomenal book together.
This 1995 copyright date assures the reader s/he is getting the latest in deep-sea discoveries.Scientists can gather more information with the latest, quieter cameras. It has photos from the most beautiful to the most grotesque fishes. The text is organized, readable & enjoyable ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Children: Grades 3-4    3. Fish    4. Juvenile Nonfiction    5. Life Sciences - Biology - Marine Biology    6. Nature    7. Reference   

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Shark Information
This book has a three-dimensional model of a shark and lots of colorful pictures. It teaches you all about the Great White Shark.The most interesting part of the book is about the muscular system of the Great White Shark.
Uncover a Shark (Uncover Series)
My 6 1/2 year old nephew loved this book.It has good graphics and good information. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Activity Books - General    2. Animals - Fishes    3. Animals - Marine Life    4. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction    5. Children: Grades 4-6    6. Juvenile Nonfiction    7. Interactive & activity books & packs   

Editorial Review

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A great intro to ocean life
I found this book at an aquarium, and bought it as a gift for my 4 y.o. son and 2 y.o. daughter.Too often, books about nature or science for the younger set give too little info (just pictures and names) or the info is just plain inaccurate.Meanwhile, the books for grade schoolers are too complex (and too long for mom to read as a bedtime story.) This book fills the gap perfectly.It gives honest information in a fun, rhyming format.I am here at amazon.com to see what else I can find in this series, which I had never seen before.I am sure to buy more of these.

Wish for a Fish
Dr Seuss books have done it again.In this magical adventure you get to learn about all kids of sea creatures and the different levels of the ocean.It is a must have for anyone who has children tha love Marine Life. My daughter has this book memorized from cover to cover and it is sofactual.I highly recommend this book to any parent or educator. Not onlyis it fun, but very educational.I learned a lot also! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Animals - Marine Life    3. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    4. Children: Grades 1-2    5. Juvenile Fiction    6. Juvenile literature    7. Marine animals    8. Readers - Beginner    9. Aquatic creatures    10. Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals / Fishes   

Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Animals - Marine Life    3. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    4. Children: Preschool    5. Coral reef animals    6. Coral reefs and islands    7. Juvenile Fiction    8. Juvenile literature    9. Preschool Reading Skills    10. Readers - Beginner    11. Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals / Fishes    12. Children's   

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Eye to Eye with a killer shark
Take a plunge into the sea with Peter Benchly! This eye opening book shows the encounters this author has had with all kinds of different sharks all around the world you will encounter. Killer Sharks, like the Tiger sharkof compleatly harmless sharks like a Whale shark. Peter Benchly has been through it all. This book makes you feel like you are in the clear waters swimming right next to a shark. Find out what happens to him as he spends his life in the water with sharks and other kinds of sea creatures, in this amazing book of different kinds of sharks!

Richie's Picks: SHARK LIFE
SHARK LIfe is exceptionally entertaining and enlightening nonfiction for young adults.Benchley (the author of JAWS) moves back and forth between recounting his own heart-stopping adventures in the sea (sometimes purposely swimming with sharks and other deadly creatures, sometimes accidentally encountering them), and his simple and clear explanations of how man's interference with the balance of the world's oceans has already resulted in some dying regions.He cautions how further degradation of the seas will eventually threaten man's existence on the planet.

Shark life, true stories about sharks and the sea
I LOVE this book, The stories are AMAZING! I love manta rays and great white sharks. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Animals - Marine Life    3. Children's 9-12    4. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction    5. Children: Grades 4-6    6. Dangerous marine animals    7. Juvenile Nonfiction    8. Juvenile literature    9. Nature - Water (oceans, lakes, etc.)    10. Science & Nature - Earth Sciences - Water (Oceans, Lakes, Et    11. Shark attacks    12. Sharks    13. Juvenile Nonfiction / Nature / Water (oceans, lakes, etc.)   

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Okay, I Guess We Aren't Fish People - a review "Trout, Trout, Trout"
The artwork in this book is wonderful and humorous; but to get your money's worth I think you have to be into fish more than normal people.My children (boy and girl; 4 and 6) for example were not gripped by the sort of frenzy that other reviewers report from their children.
Wonderful book but notjust for fishing folks!
This book is playful, funny, whimsical and witty all at once. The illustrations set it apart as a great childrens book. My son loves the rhymes and laughs if I get a good pace and point to all the animated fish characters. Get a copy for all fishermen you know and then those that want a great read for their little ones. The reference pages in the back are educational too so this can be used for lessons as well.

great, great, great!
As an aspiring special education preschool teacher, I saw this book in a friend's collection and lusted for it in my heart!(Hence why I am on Amazon ordering it!!!) Great pictures for grabbing the attention of little readers, as well as fantastic silly rhymes. I can't wait to use it in my class! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Children's 4-8 - Nature    3. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    4. Children: Kindergarten    5. Fish    6. Fishes    7. Freshwater fishes    8. General    9. Juvenile Nonfiction    10. Juvenile literature    11. North America    12. Preschool Picture Story Books   

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There's something about Jim Arnosky's art.....
A must for the young shark enthusiast.My 5 year old uses the great illustrations to better his own shark art. Jim Arnosky is one of the best illustrators for kids. This book also covers the basic facts on sharks: The shark family divisions, shark anatomy, shark safety, shark teeth, and shark young.

A solid introduction with realistic color drawings
Jim Arnosky's All About Sharks deserves ongoing attention for its attraction for younger picturebook readers seeking a solid introduction with realistic color drawings which are startling but not terrifying. Full color and the inclusion of anatomical cut-aways for simple viewing make for an excellent basic introduction.
terrors of the deep! or are they?
Have you ever wondered about sharks?Did you know that there are more that 250 species of sharks?Did you know sharks don't have bones?This book will teach you these facts and lots more.It even includes some shark safety tips.Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction    3. Children: Grades 1-2    4. Fish    5. Juvenile Nonfiction    6. Juvenile literature    7. Sharks    8. Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals / Marine Life   

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A beautiful natural history for young readers
This natural history traces the life cycle of a Barbour's Sea Horse. The facts are presented clearly and are supported by outstanding illustrations. The author has also provided an index and encourages young readers to use it -- not common in a picture book aimed at young readers.

Text and drawings not appropriate
This book provides more details about the reproduction of the sea horse than I think are appropriate for the age level of the book. If those pages were not included the book would have been a beautiful addition to my library. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Animals - Marine Life    3. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    4. Children: Kindergarten    5. Juvenile Nonfiction    6. Juvenile literature    7. Sea horses    8. Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals / Marine Life   

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Fabulous book for kids of all ages!
The splendid underwater photos in this book bring kids face to face with a variety of coral reef fish including comical clown fish, valiant damselfish and shy gobies.Even little kids love it.Our 17 month-old made me readit five times yesterday! For older kids, the simple but rich text gives asense of each fish's personality.Highly recommended - Sylvia Earle andWolcott Henry have masterfully crafted a book that educates whileentertaining and engaging the imagination of readers of all ages. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Animals - Marine Life    3. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    4. Children: Grades 1-2    5. Fishes    6. Juvenile Nonfiction    7. Juvenile literature    8. Fishes & aquaria    9. Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals / Fishes    10. Sea life & the seashore   

Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Children's 4-8 - Nature    3. Children: Babies & Toddlers    4. Fishes    5. Juvenile literature    6. Animals    7. Children's Books | Picture Books   

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Scary book--not for kids
Well, I bought this book for my sister in order to help her get over her fear of sharks. From some of the reviews, it looked like this book would debunk the myths and illustrate the shark as one of God's innocent creatures.Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Animals - Marine Life    3. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction    4. Children: Grades 2-3    5. Juvenile Nonfiction    6. Juvenile literature    7. Sharks    8. White shark    9. White sharks    10. Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals / Marine Life    11. Natural history & pets    12. Zoology & animal sciences   

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Seahorses in their ocean heaven
I can't believe no one else has taken time to review this lovely book. It shows over several colorful photos of different kinds of seahorses. There are 37 different kinds. The author explains simply but comprehensively the parts of their bodies. The photos are large and brilliant. Correction there are more than several photos, much more!!! Absolutely amazing!!! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Fishes    2. Animals - Marine Life    3. Children's 4-8 - Nature    4. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    5. Children: Grades 1-2    6. Juvenile Fiction    7. Juvenile literature    8. Nature - General    9. Sea horses   

Subjects:  1. Animals - Birds    2. Animals - Fishes    3. Children's 4-8 - Sports / Recreation    4. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    5. Children: Grades 1-2    6. Fishing    7. Fishing - General    8. Iceland    9. Juvenile Nonfiction    10. Juvenile literature    11. People & Places - Polar Regions    12. Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals / Fishes