Books about Sharks

for the middle years
Call No.   Title
MacQuitty, Miranda. Shark. New York: Knopf, 1992.
The author describes in text, diagrams and photographs the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of various types of sharks. Children interested in sharks should find this book fascinating.
Gr. 3-6.
   
Pope, Joyce. 1,001 Facts About Sharks. New York: DK Publishing, 2002.
Perfectly sized for a backpack, this comprehensive guide is a reference book that answers most questions about sharks. Great photographs and well-rounded research makes this book informative and enjoyable.
Gr. 3-7.
   

Pringle, Laurence and Meryl Henderson. Sharks!: Strange and Wonderful. Honesdale, Pa.: Boyds Mills Press, 2001.
Shark anatomy, reproduction, behavior, and conservation are explained and illustrated with skill and ease—a great read for those who want to learn more about sharks themselves rather than how often they attack.
Gr. 3-5.

   
Evert, Laura. Sharks. Minnetonka, Minn.: NorthWord Press, 2001. The similarities and differences between shark species are described and illustrated in this informative look at sharks in their native habitats.
Gr. 3-5.
   
Steele, Philip. Sharks and Other Monsters of the Deep. New York: DK Publishing, 1998.
A well-illustrated look at sharks and other sea creatures that will delight those who like to browse through a book and pick out tidbits of information.
Gr. 3-6.
   
   
 
 
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