A young field biologist on a scientific sea voyage over deep water documents the variety of sea life she encounters, observing and counting such creatures as dolphins, sea birds, whales, squid, and flying fish.

Where is the deepest point on Earth? How are tsunamis caused? Why do some people live in houses on stilts?

What's at the bottom of the Southern Ocean? Which rare animals are found in the Ross Sea? What do people use krill for?

What is a glacier? Who has lived along the Arctic coast for 4,000 years? When did explorers first reach the North Pole?

Explores the history, evolution, explorations, and benefits of the oceans from thousands of years ago, through the days of Magellan, to the research of the present day. The ocean is an endless wonder that has shaped the progress of civilization for all of human history. Thousands of years ago, the sea retreated and exposed more than 2 million acres of dry land, enabling early man to migrate from Asia and eventually settle North and South America....

Can you imagine living and working under the sea? It's the reality for some scientists, who inhabit laboratories deep at the bottom of the ocean. Research on the Edge - Ocean Lab is a gripping look at the daily lives of these scientists, and the vital research they carry out in extreme conditions. Discover the difficulties of setting up an ocean lab and the challenges of supplying equipment and necessities to the workers. Children can read about the...

"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about the Indian Ocean Tsunami. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

The Cat in the Hat and Things One and Two explore the big, blue ocean, from the sandy shore to the deep sea, sharing facts about its many ecosystems and inhabitants along the way.

Describes the ill-fated maiden voyage of the Titanic, a luxury liner claimed to be "unsinkable" that was destroyed after colliding with an iceberg, killing over one thousand passengers onboard.