Dive into an amazing underwater world with this extraordinary visual encyclopedia. With profiles on sharks, jellyfish, tropical fish, whales and many other amazing sea creatures, this guide is perfect for children working on a school project, or simply the ocean obsessed! This comprehensive, full-color, hardback encyclopedia presents in-depth information in a way that is engaging and accessible to young readers. Detailed factboxes summarize the key characteristics of each creature, from tiger sharks to sea cucumbers. Including stunning photographs and easy-to-follow information about the anatomy and behavior of sea creatures, this title will inform and amuse all children aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Children's Reference Library series uses stunning photography, fabulous facts and useful diagrams to introduce a variety of subjects - from the animal kingdom to world geography. Great to dip into, these reference guides are a staple for any child's bookshelf.