A program of the Lawrence Hall of Science that seeks to increase ocean literacy through informal and formal education initiatives
Fish Faces
The author-photographer, a marine biologist, uses his own photographs to introduce readers to some of the more amusing characteristics of the creatures he's encountered on his dives.
Fishes
Full page paintings represent various types of fish in their natural habitats.
Fluffy and Sparky: A Story About True Buddies
Two sea otters who become tired of playing alone discover the fun of sharing their playfulness and love with each other.
Kelp Forests
Monterey Bay Aquarium Natural History Series. An excellent resource for teachers with accurate, accessible content and high quality photos and illustrations.
Light
Windows on Literacy Fluent Plus readers provide engaging text and strong visuals. These beginning chapter books develop and reinforce practical skills and strategies that students need to successfully read, comprehend, and respond to informational texts.
This book demonstrates how light travels, bends, and reflects.
My Friend The Sea Otter
Illustrations and brief rhyming text introduce the watery world of the otter. On board pages.
Oceans of the World
Oceans of the World presents an overview of the four oceans and specific features both above and below the surface of the water. The book concentrates on the importance of coastal regions and the different ways people use the oceans as a source of income and recreation.
Protecting Sea Turtles
his Windows on Literacy Fluent Plus book builds reading skills and reinforces math concepts and language. Protecting Sea Turtles uses data and graphs to show the positive effects of conservation efforts.
Reaching Home: Pacific Salmon, Pacific People
From Midwest Book Review: "Words and fine color photos blend to present a detailed and moving survey of salmon and fishermen alike. The Pacific salmon and Pacific peoples are the focus in a title which examines evolutionary drama, discusses species, and traces fishermen involvement."
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