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Ocean : a visual encyclopedia Cover Image Book

Ocean : a visual encyclopedia / written by John Woodward.

DK Smithsonian. (other title)
Woodward, John, 1954- (author. ).

Summary:

This book "for children aged 9-12 is full of ... pictures that bring the ocean to life and show its most amazing features. Each concept is broken down clearly, with colourful diagrams describing scientific processes, 'wow' facts, and graphics to engage and educate curious kids. ... Take a dip in all the world's waters to experience their incredible diversity. Make a splash in the icy Arctic waters before warming up in the tropical Indian Ocean. Experience the super size of mighty whales compared to swarms of tiny krill. Cast your eyesto the skies to see circling sea birds before diving down to meet mysterious creatures of the deep"-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9780593969502
  • ISBN: 0593969502
  • ISBN: 9780593969496
  • ISBN: 0593969499
  • Physical Description: 256 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 29 cm
  • Edition: New edition, fully revised and updated. Second edition. This American edition.
  • Publisher: New York, NY : DK Publishing, a division of Penguin Random House LLC, 2025.

Content descriptions

General Note:
Includes index.
Published in 2015 in Great Britain under the title: Ocean: a children's encyclopedia.
Formatted Contents Note:
Atlas of the oceans -- Blue planet -- The open ocean -- Shallow seas -- Coast and seashore -- Polar seas -- Oceans and us.
Target Audience Note:
Ages 9-12 years. DK/Penguin Random House.

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Subject:
Ocean > Encyclopedias.
Marine animals > Encyclopedias.
Ocean > Juvenile literature.
Marine animals > Juvenile literature.
Genre:
Encyclopedias.
Illustrated works.

Available copies

  • 15 of 25 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
  • 3 of 4 copies available at Onslow County Public Library.

Holds

  • 1 current hold with 25 total copies.
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Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Status Due Date
Jacksonville Main Library J551.46 WOO (Text) 36015000739421 Juvenile Nonfiction Checked out 08/13/2026
Richlands Branch Library J551.46 WOO (Text) 36015000738753 Juvenile Nonfiction Available -
Sneads Ferry Branch Library J551.46 WOO (Text) 36015000738811 Juvenile Nonfiction Available -
Swansboro Branch Library J551.46 WOO (Text) 36015000738878 Juvenile Nonfiction Available -