Curious about Basking Sharks

Which shark species is the fastest? Do sharks hunt in packs? Fans of ocean animals are invited to take a closer look at eight fascinating sharks in our new series. Engage elementary kids’ natural sense of curiosity with nine Q&As that outline each shark species’ natural habitat, diet, special adaptations, and more. A “Stay Curious!” feature encourages further learning and doubles as a mini media literacy lesson that models inquiry and builds critical thinking skills. Why do basking sharks swim through the ocean with their mouths open? Spark kids' curiosity with questions and answers about the second-largest shark species. Readers will discover how these huge marine animals use gill-rakers to feed on plankton, their life cycle, and what is being done to protect these gentle sharks. "Did You Know" facts and infographics help visual learners dive in when learning new concepts. A Stay Curious! feature encourages elementary-aged readers to keep asking questions and works to expand their research skills. Includes table of contents, glossary, books and websites for further research, and index.