Ocean Animals for Kids - (Junior Scientists) by Bethanie Hestermann & Josh Hestermann (Paperback)

About the Book

"The oceans around us are full of creatures that are mysterious, beautiful, and strange. Whether you're a fan of sharks, snakes, penguins, or even polar bears, Ocean Animals for Kids is filled with fascinating facts that will help you learn all about the ocean and the mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and invertebrates that call it home. You'll find exciting information about dozens of animals, like where they live and what they eat, along with answers to questions like how whales hear underwater, which ocean animal can open jars, and what happens when marine iguanas sneeze!" -- back cover.

Book Synopsis

Is your child obsessed with sharks, whales, and everything under the sea?

Ocean Animals for Kids is the ultimate beginner's guide to the creatures of the deep, crafted for kids ages 6 to 9. Written by a zoologist and science writer duo, this visually engaging, easy-to-read book brings the ocean to life through fascinating facts, colorful layouts, and age-appropriate science.

Inside you'll find:

• Profiles of 40+ Ocean Creatures - From penguins and polar bears to sponges and sea slugs, each animal entry highlights where they live, what they eat, and why they're amazing.
• Science Concepts Made Simple - Discover how tides, currents, and climate shape the ocean ecosystem, with beginner-friendly explanations that never talk down to kids.
• Wacky, Wonderful Facts - Learn which sea creatures can sneeze out salt, open jars, or even produce pink poop--facts that spark endless "Did you know?" moments.
• Vibrant, Kid-Friendly Layouts - Bright, colorful designs guide young readers smoothly through the pages, helping them absorb and retain key concepts with ease.

Whether they're discovering the oceans for the first time or deepening a love for marine life, Ocean Animals for Kids inspires young minds to think like scientists and dream like explorers.

Review Quotes

"Ocean Animals for Kids is as fun as it is informative. There's no need to talk down to kids since this book treats young readers as the young scientists they are. The ocean is full of wonders, and this book gives young scientists and their families ocean information that will inspire a lifetime of learning." --Dave Bader, marine biologist at the Marine Mammal Care Center, Los Angeles

"Beth and Josh have done it again! This book introduces the next generation of ocean scientists and advocates to iconic creatures and the habitats they depend on for survival. The addition of fun activities throughout will go a far way in stirring curiosity and wonder for the ocean and its living organisms." --Peter Edwards, marine scientist and environmental economist

"What do you get when you combine a writer and a zoologist? The perfect guides to take your children on an adventure through the underwater world that is the ocean. This Junior Scientist guide will teach your children about the ocean while cultivating their passion for marine life. Dive in and discover how you and your children can protect the ocean and all marine life while participating in science activities that will start your child on their journey to become future marine scientists." --Jessica Watters, wildlife care specialist and conservation educator

About the Author

Bethanie and Josh Hestermann are authors of animal-science books for kids, including Zoo Animals: A Search and Find Book for Kids, as well as Zoology for Kids and Marine Science for Kids for more advanced readers. Bethanie is a freelance writer and Josh is a zoologist working at the California Science Center.

Bethanie and Josh Hestermann are authors of animal-science books for kids, including Search the Zoo, Find the Animals, as well as Zoology for Kids and Marine Science for Kids for more advanced readers. Bethanie is a freelance writer and Josh is a zoologist working at the California Science Center.