A picture book biography tells the story of Sylvia Earle's growing passion for the wonders of the sea and how her ocean exploration and advocacy have made her known around the world.

Sylvia Earle was only age three when she fell in love with the ocean. She dedicated her life to exploring it, studying it, and educating others about ocean conservation. As a professional female scientist whose career began in the 1960s, she faced obstacles and discrimination due to her gender. Nevertheless, this oceanographer, marine botanist, ecologist, aquanaut, and writer rose to the top of her field. This insightful volume highlights the compelling...

"Follow the scientists working in the Pacific Northwest to learn about the orca whale population there, as they race to save these remarkable mammals from extinction. Perfect for fans of The Great White Shark Scientist and readers looking for excellent nonfiction on this high-interest animal."--

If you love the ocean and science is one of your favorite subjects to study, then you might want to consider becoming a marine biologist. Read this book to learn more about marine biologists and why swimming and scuba skills are important for this career.

Highlights the work scientists are doing to protect the manatee, an endangered species.

What's it like to work underwater? Readers ages 9 through 12 explore marine biology and meet three women currently working in the science. Readers also learn about women who have served as trailblazers in marine biology and ecology, and explore career opportunities in this fascinating field. -- Publisher.

"Discover the important work of marine biologists!  In this title for young readers, leveled text and bright photos come together to explore what marine biologists do, why their work is important, and how to become one. ... Readers will be inspired to dive deeper into this fascinating career!" --

RACHEL CARSON: Explore fascinating facts about marine biologist and conservationist Rachel Carson, whose book showing how chemicals hurt the planet helped start the modern environmental movement. Let's get to know Rachel Carson! WOMEN IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY: Words have the power to create change, and Rachel Carson knew this. She shared her love of nature and the need to protect it by writing several books. Her work inspires young people today to...

""The twentieth century was the only century in history when a single species, humans, had acquired significant power to change the nature of the whole world." This fascinating biography details the life and achievements of Rachel Carson, a scientist who made significant contributions to the field of biology. Carson's famous book called Silent Spring changed the world's understanding of the impact of human activities on the environment, helping to...

Prompted by disturbing reports of an enormous sea monster, marine biologist Pierre Aronnax joins an expedition to find and destroy it. After barely surviving an attack on the creature, the voyagers discover that their quarry is in fact a remarkably advanced submarine, the Nautilus. Its creator, Captain Nemo, is driven by a thirst for knowledge and by a hatred of civilization ; and he refuses to let his guest's leave. As Aronnax and his companions...