Earth's Immense Oceans ... and their importance to the planet

This title is part of the important new series from Oxford Children's which provides accessible introductions to the ideas, facts, and vocabulary behind an absorbing range of subjects. Meticulously researched and authoritative but written in simple language by experts in their fields, curious young readers will quickly get to grips with the basic principles and terminology of each subject. Earth’s Immense Oceans explains, in a clear and interesting way, how oceans work, where they came from and how they are shaping the Earth, what lives under the waves, and the impact humans have had on the world’s oceans. The engaging design highlights the heroes of the subject from early beginnings to modern day and picks out and explains tricky terminology in ‘Speak like a Scientist’ features. Comic strips and illustrations, amazing photographs and a timeline, glossary and index, all make this handy-sized book the perfect way to learn.

Isabel Thomas is a science writer and award-winning author of more than 250 books for young audiences.