Marine Mammals

 

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Meeting Dolphins, My Adventures in the Sea

Meeting Dolphins, My Adventures in the Sea, by Kathleen Dudzinski, (National Geographic Society, Washington D.C., 2000.)

Who can resist dolphins? They're so smart, and they have that mysterious smile. But they're wild animals -- possibly friendly, potentially dangerous. And only a very few people get a chance to meet them in the wild. Kathleen Dudzinski is one of them. Dudzinski has studied dolphins all over the world. Everywhere she goes, she observes gestures, sounds, and behaviors to try to figure out how dolphins communicate. She has watched mother dolphins teach their babies how to hunt and swum with a pod. There are also many stills from the IMAX film in which the author was featured (and which readers may clamor to see). The challenges, responsibilities, and rewards of studying dolphins are detailed and well conveyed in text and visuals, allowing children to get up close and personal with the fascinating creatures.


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Sea Animals

Sea Animals, by Angela Royston, (Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing, New York, 1992.)

Playful dolphins, spiny sea horses, spectacular starfish -- the most fascinating sea creatures are all here in superb close-up photos. How many legs does a crab have? What does a sea lion like to eat? Simple text and detailed illustrations will satisfy inquisitive preschoolers who are busy learning about the world around them. Each double-page spread contains a color photograph, line art, a short paragraph about each animal, and introductory diagrams. Sure to satisfy the most inquisitive young learner.


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The Birth of a Humpback Whale

By Robert Matero, illustrated by Pamela Johnson, (Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division, NYC, NY, 1960.)

The beauty and majesty of humpback whales and the story of their migration begins with the birth of a calf in this chronicle that stretches from Hawaii to the Arctic. A pleasant narrative form and soothing pencil illustrations ease the reader through the slender but fact-filled book. A glossary and appended resource lists provide valuable information and enhance this heartfelt introduction to one of nature's most intriguing creatures.


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The Great Whales

The Great Whales, Color & Story Album, by Malcolm Whyte, (Troubador Press, a member of Putnam & Grosset Group, NY, 1995.)

An oversize coloring book and written description of numerous whales from Pygmy right whale, bowhead whale, right whale, blue whale, sei whale, sperm whale, pilot shale, killer whale, bottlenose dolphin, hourglass dolphin, harbor porpoise, narwhal, gray whale, minke whale, humpback whale, bottlenose dolphin, cuviers beaked whale. Lot's of fun and interesting stories.


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Whales and Other Sea Mammals

Whales and Other Sea Mammals, by Elsa Posell, (Childrens Press, Chicago, IL, 1982.)

Briefly covers the characteristics, types, young, and relatives of whales and discusses the hunting and protection of these giants of the sea.


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Whales for Kids

Whales for Kids, by Tom Wolpert, photography by Flip Nicklin, (North World Press, Inc., Minnetonka, Minnesota, 1990.)

If you want to know about whales, this is the book for you. In this completely revised edition of Whales for Kids you will find updated text with all new photography and illustrations. This educational and inviting book includes detailed photos and interesting facts about 11 of the world's most popular whale species, including beluga, humpback, killer, and narwhal. In Whales for Kids, you'll find out which whales have two blowholes and which ones have no teeth. You'll discover how much a whale eats every day, what flippers and flukes are used for, and much, more. The incredible up-close photos and fun illustrations will help you identify the very next whales you see. Whales for Kids is part of the popular Wildlife For Kids series, which now has 24 titles. These books are recommended and approved by Ranger Rick of the National Wildlife Federation.


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