The Oceans Explored

Oceans at Work

Claudia Martin, Fiona Osbaldstone

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Wayland
13 July 2021

Series: The Oceans Explored

Take a deep dive into the depths of our blue planet with this stunning book all about the ocean - Earth's largest biome.

In Oceans at Work, beautiful illustrations and striking photographs combine to help readers explore how humans interact with the ocean and how we have come to depend on it for travel, food and fun. Investigate our use of the seas from seaweed farms to fishing boats, and from whaling to a world cruises. It will inspire young readers to think about how human activity is at times harming our world and the delicate balance of life in ocean and coastal habitats around the world.

Each title includes a map of the world highlighting each ocean and what phenomena occur there.

For readers aged 7+ who are studying geography, habitats and natural history at key stage 2. The Oceans Explored series is also an excellent resource for children interested in ecology and green issues.

Titles in this series:

Ocean Habitats

Ocean Life

Ocean Pollution

Oceans at Work

By: Claudia Martin
Illustrated by: Fiona Osbaldstone
Imprint: Wayland
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: Illustrated edition
Dimensions: Height: 272mm, Width: 212mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 360g
ISBN: 9781526314352
ISBN 10: 1526314355
Series: The Oceans Explored
Pages: 32
Publication Date: 13 July 2021
Recommended Age: From 7 to 9 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

1: Oceans at Work 1: Trawling the Oceans 1: Fishing by the Coast 1: Farming Seaweed 1: Collecting Salt 1: Pearl Diving 1: Seaside Holidays 1: Fun at Sea 1: Carrying Cargo 1: Oil and Gas 1: Making Electricity 1: Studying the Sea 1: Shipbuilding 1: Captions for Photographs 1: Glossary 1: Further Reading and Index

Claudia Martin (Author) Claudia Martin has worked in book publishing for 17 years. She is the author of several books and websites for children and young people. Her favourite subjects are history, current affairs and technology. Fiona Osbaldstone (Illustrator) Born and bred in Kent, I always loved painting and drawing and wanted to do something in Art when I grew up.