The Deep-Sea Floor

by Sneed B. Collard III, Gregory Wenzel (Illustrator)

Incredibly rich and realistic illustrations take readers up close to the curious creatures and plants that thrive in the vast severe habitat of the ocean's floor.

Marine biologist and renowned children's book writer Sneed B. Collard III introduces children to many fascinating sea creatures–from bioluminescent fish to giant tube worms–that survive without sunlight. A history of deep-sea exploration from sonar to submersibles shows how far scientists have come in their ability to investigate these great depths.

Inspire young readers to explore the possibilities of marine science.

Genres: Childrens, Picture Books

32 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2003

About the author

Sneed B. Collard III (see also "Sneed B. Collard") is a biologist, world traveler, speaker, and author of almost one hundred books for young people, including the 2024 Orbis Pictus Award winner, Border Crossings (Charlesbridge Publishing). His other recent science titles include Fire Birds; Hopping Ahead of Climate Change; Little Killers; Waiting for a Warbler; Beaver & Otter Get Along . . . Sort of; and the upcoming picture book, Like No Other. Collard holds science degrees from the University of California at Berkeley and U.C. Santa Barbara. He lives in Montana.

Reviews

[Joleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wish books like this were around when I was a child. Excellent author.

[Ginny · Rating 2 out of 5]

Marine Biology power point project on deep-sea animals.

[Katie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice picture book of deep sea life.