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Summer Reading Suggestions for Independent Readers
by Markus Motum
This true story of 28,000 plastic ducks that were spilled into the Pacific Ocean follows one of the ducks as it is washed away on an ocean current, providing a glimpse into current environmental issues and the state of our oceans.
by Derek Harvey
Presents the world's oceans and seas, including the geography, geology, and ecology that lies beneath the waves, from the deepest trench to the longest mountain range on Earth, and from the world's largest animal to some of the smallest plankton.
by Rebecca L. Johnson
Presents new animals discovered during a ten year project of documenting sea life, describing new species of such creatures as jellyfish, octopuses, squids, sea worms, and crabs, found along coral reefs, ocean mountain ranges, and in the dark zone
by Jess French
Enter the world of oceans and the animals that live in them. Swim with jellyfish, wonder at the busy life of a seagrass meadow, and fence with narwhals.
by Rebecca Pettiford
Vibrant photographs and carefully leveled narrative nonfiction text invite early fluent readers to explore a variety of ocean food chains. Includes activity, glossary, and index.
by Cody Crane
This book shows readers the awesome power of hurricanes
by Korynn Freels
Presents unusual and miscellaneous information about shipwrecks, from how they occurred to descriptions of the treasures they left behind.
by Christopher Forest
Describes disgusting details about life on pirate ships, including housing, food, & sanitation.
by 1950- Gordon, David G.
"People once thought that sharks weren't very smart. It turns out those people were WRONG! Wise-cracking sharks set the record straight in this funny, fact-filled book for young shark lovers. Sharks have their own way of thinking. And their way of thinking has made them one of the top predators in the ocean.
by Mike Lowery
Uncover a wealth of weird, wacky, and wild facts about sharks and underwater creatures, with bright and energetic artwork, fresh framing devices, and hilarious jokes.
by Elizabeth Raum
What would you do if you were stranded in the middle of the ocean, with no way to get home? How long could you survive? Find out what actual survivors did in these true tales of being lost at sea.
by Laura Buller
Complemented by striking DK artwork and photography, an exploration of the Earth’s ice environments chronicles their history, the survival behaviors of animals who live in polar regions and the impact of climate change. Illustrations.
by Claudia Martin
Describes how to survive in the ocean, including how to collect rainwater, catch sea life for food, signal for help, and escape predators
by Tim Flannery
Explore our planet's rivers and oceans and the extraordinary animals that live in them.
by Megan Stine
Describes the mysterious disappearances of airplanes and ships within the Bermuda Triangle and explores if the rumors about the region being cursed are true.
by Jess French
Introduces the positive and negative impacts of human activities on the planet, from pollution and litter to renewable energy and plastic recycling.
by Rose Colosi
Find out how deep-sea creatures use bizarre and fascinating adaptations to survive in their harsh environments.
by Tom Jackson
Combines intricately detailed timelines with engaging historical facts in a developmental chronology of transportation that shares the stories behind the innovations of vehicles, from chariots to electric cars. Illustrations.
by Sarah Machajewski
Presents facts about horseshoe crabs, an ancient group of marine arthropods, covering their anatomy, habitat, and life cycle
by Yona Zeldis McDonough
Draws on the records of historical travelers in a Who HQ tour of the Great Pyramids of Egypt, the Statue of Zeus at Olympia in Greece and other ancient world wonders, explaining what they reveal about the skills and creativity of long-ago civilizations.
by Craig Boutland
Describes the various Sea Vehicles that western nations are using to fight the war on terrorism.
by Deborah Lock
Presents a history of piracy throughout the world, and discusses characteristics of buccaneers, privateers, and corsairs, including descriptions of weapons and daily life
by 1961- Ganeri, Anita
Shares stories of shipwrecks, including the Titanic, the Mary Rose, and the Monitor
by Chelsea Clinton
Discusses the many ways children can make a positive change in the world, including planting more trees to reduce global warming, protecting endangered animals and their habitats, fighting food waste, and standing up to bullies
by Ben Rothery
"Ocean Planet is the stunning new book from natural-history illustrator Ben Rothery-- and offers a rich exploration of the creatures from the coastal and offshore waters of the world--from penguins, seagulls, polar bears and seahorses, to plankton, sharks"
by Lee J. Ames
Provides step-by-step instructions for drawing a variety of sharks, whales, and other sea creatures, including the hammerhead shark, humpback whale, and giant sea turtle.
by Deborah Hopkinson
A gripping look at America’s deadliest hurricane, which hit Galveston, Texas, on September 8, 1900, bringing to life the voices of those who witnessed it firsthand.
by Karina Hamalainen
Describes extreme weather and how the seas are rising.
by Eun Ju Kim
Filled with easy-to-understand facts and stories, this book will help children understand how and why plastic use has spiraled out of control—and what we can do about it. An ideal companion for the growing campaign against single-use plastics. Illustrations.
by Amy C Rea
Get closer to solving the mystery of Atlantis. Learn about leading theories, important clues, and study the evidence to develop your on conclusions about this underwater world.
by Michael Burgan
"Pollution, climate change, and overfishing are killing the world's coral reefs. But you can help! Navigate through three different stories in this ecological rescue mission. With dozens of possible story outcomes, it's up to you to save the coral reefs from extinction. The planet needs you. Will YOU CHOOSE to help?"