Curious about Whale Sharks

Which shark species is the fastest? Do sharks hunt in packs? Fans of ocean animals are invited to take a closer look at eight fascinating sharks in our new series. Engage elementary kids’ natural sense of curiosity with nine Q&As that outline each shark species’ natural habitat, diet, special adaptations, and more. A “Stay Curious!” feature encourages further learning and doubles as a mini media literacy lesson that models inquiry and builds critical thinking skills. Are whale sharks peaceful? Can I swim with one? Spark kids' curiosity with questions and answers about the largest shark in the ocean. Readers will discover the whale shark's life cycle, how they use gill rakers to eat plankton, and the dangers they face at the hands of humans. "Did You Know" facts and infographics help visual learners dive in when learning new concepts. A Stay Curious! feature encourages elementary-aged readers to keep asking questions and works to expand their research skills. Includes table of contents, glossary, books and websites for further research, and index.