Description
Book SynopsisTake 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
Table of Contents
- 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
