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Children's Nonfiction Marine Life

Sharks Forever

The Mystery and History of the Planet’s Perfect Predator

by (author) Mark Leiren-Young

Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Initial publish date
Oct 2022
Category
Marine Life, Environmental Conservation & Protection, Endangered
Recommended Age
9 to 12
Recommended Grade
4 to 7
Recommended Reading age
9 to 12
  • eBook

    ISBN
    9781459827585
    Publish Date
    Oct 2022
    List Price
    $31.99
  • Hardback

    ISBN
    9781459827561
    Publish Date
    Oct 2022
    List Price
    $24.95

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Description

Explore the latest science about sharks.

Did you know that some sharks have friends? Or that there are sharks small enough to swim in a soup can? There are sharks who can walk on land and others who make their own light. There are ancient sharks who lived in the oceans millions of years ago, and new species who have just been discovered. Most importantly, did you know that most sharks are fighting for their survival?

Sharks Forever takes a deep dive into the lives of sharks––their habitat, biology, habits and personalities. It also looks at the biggest threats to their existence, from marine pollution and overfishing to bycatch and shark-fin soup. It goes beyond the bites and shares stories about people who swim with sharks and call them friends.

About the author

Mark Leiren-Young is a writer, documentary filmmaker, playwright, podcaster and orca activist. His book The Killer Whale Who Changed the World won the Science Writers and Communicators of Canada general audience book award. He wrote, directed and produced an award-winning documentary The Hundred-Year-Old Whale, and his documentary about Moby Doll is being produced by Middle Child Films. Mark hosts Skaana, a podcast about orca and ocean stories and is actively involved in the fight for the survival of the endangered southern residents. Mark has written for other young audiences for ABC, PBS, YTV, Treehouse and BBC Kids. His books for young readers include Big Whale, Small World, Orcas of the Salish Sea and the City of Victoria Children’s Book Prize winner, Orcas Everywhere. He lives in Victoria, British Columbia.

“Mark Leiren-Young is the kind of author who produces trustworthy works of nonfiction that will both entertain and educate children.”–CM: Canadian Review of Materials

 

Mark Leiren-Young's profile page

Awards

  • Short-listed, Hackmatack Children’s Choice Book Award
  • Short-listed, Hackmatack Children's Choice Book Award
  • Commended, Children's Book Council Librarian Favorites Award
  • Short-listed, Green Earth Book Award
  • Commended, The Nature Generation Green Earth Book Award - Honor Book
  • Winner, CBC Librarian Favorites Award
  • Commended, Green Earth Book Award — Honor Book
  • Commended, CCBC Best Books for Kids and Teens, starred review
  • Commended, CCBC Best Books for Kids & Teens, starred selection

Editorial Reviews

“A wealth of fascinating research about sharks...If you weren’t a fan of sharks before reading Sharks Forever, you will undoubtedly come away with a new perspective. This up-to-date and comprehensive book will go a long way in convincing readers of the value of one of the world’s top predators and its rightful place in ocean ecosystems. Highly Recommended.”

CM: Canadian Review of Materials

“A passion for sharks shines through…A great addition to a unit on ocean life, ecosystems, apex predators, or conservation.”

Children's Literature

“Dramatic photos, real-life stories, surprising facts, and ideas of how to help save sharks keep kids engaged...a fascinating introduction to an awe-inspiring animal that should be revered not feared.”

Hakai Magazine

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