DK Eyewitness Books: Ocean
Eyewitness Science Series
What’s inside...
Now in Paperback! Dive in and discover the watery world covering most of our earth and the amazing wildlife in its depths in Eyewitness: Oceans. Through images, maps and informative text learn about life on the shore to the darkest depths of the ocean floor, including predators and prey, gas and oil exploration, products of the ocean, brave explorers and what the human race can do to help preserve one of the earth's most valuable resources. For over 25 years, DK's Eyewitness books have been the most trusted nonfiction series in classrooms, libraries, and homes around the world. In summer 2014 this award-winning series will get a fresh new look both inside and out. The introduction of paperback editions, eye-catching jackets, and updated interiors ensure that the Eyewitness series will continue to be relevant in the ever-changing world of education and remain the go-to source for homework help, research projects, reluctant readers, ESL students, and, as always, to satisfy the minds of curious kids. Supports the Common Core State Standards.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
72 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you find most fascinating about the creatures living in the ocean?
How do you think ocean pollution affects the animals we learned about?
Can you imagine how the ocean currents work like a big conveyor belt around the world?
Why do you think it's important to protect our oceans?
If you could be any creature from the book, which one would you be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Show genuine curiosity by asking follow-up questions based on your child's responses.
Relate the ocean's ecosystem to familiar environments, like a park or garden, to help your child draw connections.
Encourage your child to draw or create a story about their favorite ocean creature featured in the book.
Discuss the importance of conservation and what simple actions your family can take to help protect the oceans.
Use a globe or world map to locate different oceans and discuss how they are interconnected.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of marine conservation
Explanation: The book explores diverse marine ecosystems and the various species that inhabit them, emphasizing the need to preserve these natural habitats.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of environmental stewardship and can be encouraged to participate in activities like recycling or beach clean-ups to protect our oceans.
Example Lesson: Interdependence within ecosystems
Explanation: Through detailed illustrations and information, the book shows how different marine species depend on each other and their environment to survive.
Real-World Application: This understanding fosters a sense of responsibility and respect towards maintaining balance in their immediate environment such as local parks or community gardens.
Example Lesson: The scientific method
Explanation: The book includes observations and explanations of scientific phenomena in the ocean, introducing children to basic scientific principles and methods.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to be curious, ask questions, and conduct simple experiments at home or in school to explore and understand the natural world.
Example Lesson: Adaptation of organisms
Explanation: ‘DK Eyewitness Books: Ocean’ showcases how different creatures have adapted to their underwater environments, highlighting the concept of natural selection.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson to understand how humans and animals adapt to different environments or situations, promoting problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Example Lesson: Cultural and geographical diversity
Explanation: The book covers oceans around the world and the cultures that surround them, teaching children about global diversity.
Real-World Application: Enhances cultural awareness and appreciation, encouraging children to learn more about different parts of the world and the people who live there.