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| sylvia earle facts for kids: Sylvia Earle: Extraordinary Explorer and Marine Biologist Rebecca Rowell, 2015-08-01 This title is a brief, yet informative, biography on Sylvia Earle. Readers will learn about Earle's early life, personal life, and all about her contributions to science, marine biology, and conversation. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Life in the Ocean Claire A. Nivola, 2012-03-13 Sylvia Earle first lost her heart to the ocean as a young girl when she discovered the wonders of the Gulf of Mexico in her backyard. As an adult, she dives even deeper. Whether she's designing submersibles, swimming with the whales, or taking deep-water walks, Sylvia Earle has dedicated her life to learning more about what she calls the blue heart of the planet. With stunningly detailed pictures of the wonders of the sea, Life in the Ocean tells the story of Sylvia's growing passion and how her ocean exploration and advocacy have made her known around the world. This picture book biography also includes an informative author's note that will motivate young environmentalists. Life in the Ocean is one of The Washington Post's Best Kids Books of 2012 |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Sylvia Earle Beth Baker, 2006-01-01 Describes the life of this groundbreaking marine biologist and diver, from her childhood in New Jersey and Florida to her deep sea explorations of the 1980s and 1990s. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Sea Change Sylvia A. Earle, 1996 Internationally renowned as the ambassador-at-large to the world's oceans, Sylvia Earle is an extraordinary woman--the former chief scientist of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, a distinguished marine biologist, a veteran of more than 6,000 hours underwater, the founder of an ocean engineering firm, and an eloquent advocate for marine conservation. Sea Change is at once the gripping adventure story of Earle's three decades of undersea exploration, an insider's introduction to the dynamic field of marine biology, and an urgent plea for the preservation of the world's fragile and rapidly deteriorating ocean ecosystems. Earle takes us along on journeys to places of unimaginable beauty and unutterable destruction. She conjures up the exhilaration of swimming with humpback whales off the coast of Maui; she makes us comprehend the true environmental tragedy of the massive oil spills in Prince William Sound and the Persian Gulf; and she leads us out into Australia's Great Barrier Reef, the epitome of ocean wilderness but also the final resting place for tons of waste that drift in from thousands of miles away. This brilliant, thought-provoking, superbly readable book will inspire a new reverence for the majesty of the world's oceans even as it opens our eyes to the intricate interdependence of all life-forms. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Extreme Ocean Sylvia A. Earle, Glen Phalen, 2020 Information and photos of oceans for young children-- |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Hello, Fish! Sylvia A. Earle, 2001 This wondrous tour of the coral reefs of the world contains brief, informative text and dazzling close-up photos that introduce readers to 12 different species of fish that reside in coral reefs. Full-color photos. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: The World is Blue Sylvia A. Earle, 2009 A Silent Spring for our era, this eloquent, urgent, fascinating book reveals how just 50 years of swift and dangerous oceanic change threatens the very existence of life on Earth. Legendary marine scientist Sylvia Earle portrays a planet teetering on the brink of irreversible environmental crisis. In recent decades we've learned more about the ocean than in all previous human history combined. But, even as our knowledge has exploded, so too has our power to upset the delicate balance of this complex organism. Modern overexploitation has driven many species to the verge of extinction, from tiny but indispensable biota to magnificent creatures like tuna, swordfish, and great whales. Since the mid-20th century about half our coral reefs have died or suffered sharp decline; hundreds of oxygen-deprived dead zones blight our coastal waters; and toxic pollutants afflict every level of the food chain. Fortunately, there is reason for hope, but what we do--or fail to do--in the next ten years may well resonate for the next ten thousand. The ultimate goal, Earle argues passionately and persuasively, is to find responsible, renewable strategies that safeguard the natural systems that sustain us. The first step is to understand and act upon the wise message of this accessible, insightful, and compelling book. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Wild Ocean Sylvia A. Earle, Wolcott Henry, 1999 Explores America's twelve marine sanctuaries, from the relics of lost ships at Monitor Marine Sanctuary in North Carolina to the huge underwater cliffs in Monterey Bay, California. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Oceans Johnna Rizzo, 2010 Explore life under the sea with exciting photographs and fascinating facts. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Stung! Lisa-ann Gershwin, 2014-09-25 Our oceans are becoming increasingly inhospitable to life—growing toxicity and rising temperatures coupled with overfishing have led many marine species to the brink of collapse. And yet there is one creature that is thriving in this seasick environment: the beautiful, dangerous, and now incredibly numerous jellyfish. As foremost jellyfish expert Lisa-ann Gershwin describes in Stung!, the jellyfish population bloom is highly indicative of the tragic state of the world’s ocean waters, while also revealing the incredible tenacity of these remarkable creatures. Recent documentaries about swarms of giant jellyfish invading Japanese fishing grounds and summertime headlines about armadas of stinging jellyfish in the Mediterranean and Chesapeake are only the beginning—jellyfish are truly taking over the oceans. Despite their often dazzling appearance, jellyfish are simple creatures with simple needs: namely, fewer predators and competitors, warmer waters to encourage rapid growth, and more places for their larvae to settle and grow. In general, oceans that are less favorable to fish are more favorable to jellyfish, and these are the very conditions that we are creating through mechanized trawling, habitat degradation, coastal construction, pollution, and climate change. Despite their role as harbingers of marine destruction, jellyfish are truly enthralling creatures in their own right, and in Stung!, Gershwin tells stories of jellyfish both attractive and deadly while illuminating many interesting and unusual facts about their behaviors and environmental adaptations. She takes readers back to the Proterozoic era, when jellyfish were the top predator in the marine ecosystem—at a time when there were no fish, no mammals, and no turtles; and she explores the role jellies have as middlemen of destruction, moving swiftly into vulnerable ecosystems. The story of the jellyfish, as Gershwin makes clear, is also the story of the world’s oceans, and Stung! provides a unique and urgent look at their inseparable histories—and future. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Seymour Simon's Extreme Oceans Seymour Simon, 2013-02-22 Join Seymour Simon, the dean of children's science nonfiction, as he investigates the most extreme environments, animals, plants, and weather in the ocean. Imagine exploring the most extreme parts of our amazing oceans—riding the tallest waves, diving to the darkest depths, and encountering the largest and most dangerous sea creatures on Earth. These mind-bending facts and stunning photographs make for an exciting, and sometimes unbelievable, underwater expedition! |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Marine Biology Philip V. Mladenov, 2020-02-27 The oceans are our planet's most distinctive and imposing natural habitat. They cover 71 per cent of its surface; support a remarkably diverse and exquisitely adapted array of life forms, from microscopic viruses, bacteria, and plankton to the largest existing animals; and possess many of Earth's most significant, intriguing, and inaccessible ecosystems. In an era in which humans are significantly altering the global environment, the oceans are undergoing rapid and profound changes. The study of marine biology is thus taking on added importance and urgency as people struggle to understand and manage these changes to protect our marine ecosystems. Healthy oceans produce half of the oxygen we breathe; stabilize our climate; create ecosystems that protect our coasts from storms; provide us with abundant food; and host diverse organisms that provide us with natural products for medicine and biotechnology. In this Very Short Introduction, marine biologist Philip Mladenov provides an accessible and up-to-date overview of marine biology, offering a tour of marine life and marine processes that ranges from the unimaginably abundant microscopic organisms that drive the oceans' food web to the apex predators that we exploit for food; from polar ocean ecosystems to tropical coral reefs; and from the luxurious kelp beds of the coastal ocean to deep-ocean hydrothermal vents where life exists without the energy of the sun. Throughout the book he considers the human impacts on marine life including overfishing, plastic and nutrient pollution, the spread of exotic species, and ocean warming and acidification. He discusses the threats these pose to our welfare, and the actions required to put us on a path to a more sustainable relationship with our oceans so that they can be restored and protected for future generations. Mladenov concludes with a new chapter offering an inspiring vision for the future of our oceans in 2050 that can be realised if we are wise enough to accelerate actions already underway and be bold with implementing new approaches. The next decade will decide the state of the oceans that we leave behind for future generations. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Born Curious Martha Freeman, 2020-02-18 “An inspiring look at women who realized curiosity plus tenacity equals success.” —Kirkus Reviews “[A] captivating compendium.” —Publishers Weekly Discover the histories of twenty incredible female scientists in this inspiring biography collection from beloved author Martha Freeman and Google Doodler Katy Wu. Why do galaxies spin the way they do? What’s the best kind of house for a Komodo dragon? Can you cure malaria with medicine made from a plant? The scientists and mathematicians in Born Curious sought answers to these and many other fascinating questions. And it’s lucky for us they did. Without their vision, insight, and hard work, the world would be a sicker, dirtier, and more dangerous place. The twenty groundbreaking women—including Rosalind Franklin, Marie Tharp, Shirley Anne Jackson, and more—came from all kinds of backgrounds and had all kinds of life experiences. Some grew up rich. Some grew up poor. Some were always the smartest kid in class. Some struggled to do well in school. But all had one thing in common: They were born curious. Are you curious, too? Read on. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Ocean Animals Johnna Rizzo, 2016 Swim with sharks! Dive with dolphins! Stroll the beach with penguins! Young readers will joyfully immerse themselves in this awesome adventure at sea, in which stunning National Geographic photos reveal hidden worlds of action and beauty. We meet 30 favorite sea creatures and explore their watery homes: playful dolphins, mysterious sharks, graceful sea turtles, waddling penguins, and dozens of others. Kids will marvel at speedy swimmers on the hunt, and smile at cuddly scenes of animal families. To give background on the attention-grabbing photographs, each page is sprinkled with fun facts and layered with information about ocean wildlife and environments. Age-appropriate text tells each animal's story in language that's accurate, lively, and non-intimidating. National Geographic maps encourage kids to learn about the geography of land and sea. Conservation tips help readers of all ages understand how we can be kind to the oceans. At home in the classroom and on the family bookshelf, is a trove of thrilling sights and discoveries. Timed to coordinate with the release of Disney's much-anticipated movie on Earth Day 2010, this exciting book taps into and encourages new awareness about the world's marine environments. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Sharks for Kids David McGuire, 2020-10-06 Meet the ocean's apex predators with the Junior Scientists series for kids ages 6 to 9 Sharks come in all shapes and sizes, from giant whale sharks the size of school buses to tiny dwarf lanternsharks only eight inches long. Sharks for Kids introduces you to these magnificent creatures through vivid illustrations and photographs of some of the biggest, smallest, and strangest sharks swimming the seas. In this top choice among sharks books for kids, you'll get to know goblin sharks, thresher sharks, and many more. In one of the most engaging sharks books for kids, you'll discover tons of in-depth facts about some of your favorite sharks, including what they eat, how they hunt, their life cycles, and how people around the world are working to protect them. You'll also learn about how they see, smell, and communicate in the deep sea. Your underwater shark adventure begins here! This standout selection among sharks books for kids includes: So many sharks!—Check out all the wild information on a variety of species. Age-appropriate—The content inside this outstanding pick among sharks books for kids is the perfect reading level for kids ages 6 to 9. Unbelievable images—Sharks books for kids should have colorful photos and illustrations, and this book delivers. If you've been searching for in-depth sharks books for kids, Sharks for Kids is a cut above the rest. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: City Spies James Ponti, 2021-01-26 A New York Times bestseller! A GMA3 Summer Reading Squad Selection! “Ingeniously plotted, and a grin-inducing delight.” —People “Will keep young readers glued to the page…So when do I get the sequel?” —Beth McMullen, author of Mrs. Smith’s Spy School for Girls In this thrilling new series that Stuart Gibbs called “a must-read,” Edgar Award winner James Ponti brings together five kids from all over the world and transforms them into real-life spies—perfect for fans of Spy School and Mrs. Smith’s Spy School for Girls. Sara Martinez is a hacker. She recently broke into the New York City foster care system to expose her foster parents as cheats and lawbreakers. However, instead of being hailed as a hero, Sara finds herself facing years in a juvenile detention facility and banned from using computers for the same stretch of time. Enter Mother, a British spy who not only gets Sara released from jail but also offers her a chance to make a home for herself within a secret MI6 agency. Operating out of a base in Scotland, the City Spies are five kids from various parts of the world. When they’re not attending the local boarding school, they’re honing their unique skills, such as sleight of hand, breaking and entering, observation, and explosives. All of these allow them to go places in the world of espionage where adults can’t. Before she knows what she’s doing, Sara is heading to Paris for an international youth summit, hacking into a rival school’s computer to prevent them from winning a million euros, dangling thirty feet off the side of a building, and trying to stop a villain…all while navigating the complex dynamics of her new team. No one said saving the world was easy… |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: The Youth Guide to the Ocean Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, 2018-06-06 This Ocean Guide was jointly developed by FAO and PML, with contributions from many other institutions. It is designed as an educational resource for schools, youth groups and other curious young learners. This fact-filled Guide explores the ocean from the coastal zones to the frozen poles, the deep sea to the open ocean. It takes a close look at the physical features and natural processes that shape the incredible plant and animal life to be found underwater as well as life-forms exposed by the tides. It also demonstrates the many benefits the ocean provides us, discusses the negatives impacts we unfortunately have on the ocean and explains how good management can help protect and conserve the ocean and ocean life. At the end of the Guide, inspiring examples of youth-led initiatives are provided, and an easy-to-follow action plan aims to help YOU develop your own ocean conservation activities and projects. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Exploring the Deep Frontier Sylvia A. Earle, Al Giddings, 1980 A history of underwater exploration with coverage on the evolution of machines and techniques. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Ocean Ricardo Henriques, 2018-07-03 Half of our planet is covered by the ocean, yet we've only explored 5 percent of this vast underwater realm. Originally published in Portugal, and awarded a highly coveted BolognaRagazzi Mention by the Bologna Book Fair, this visually compelling miscellany offers readers a tsunami of aquatic facts. Which ocean is the largest? Who was the first explorer to sail around the world? Is the ocean truly blue? Beautifully designed and rich with information, Ocean will satisfy enthusiastic readers who enjoy taking a deep dive into a subject as well as more reluctant readers who prefer to dip in and out of a book. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Crocodile Rescue! (Wild Survival #1) Melissa Cristina Márquez, 2021-02-02 For fans of The Trail, Out of My Shell, and The Honest Truth, Wild Survival is the story of a girl finding her voice . . . and fightingfor survival. Twelve-year-old Adrianna Villalobos and her older brother Feye travel the globe with their parents, the hosts of a suspenseful nature show called Wild Survival! The show features daring animal rescues and the work the family does at their animal sanctuary. They've recently gotten an offer to take the show from YouTube to a TV network, and Adrianna is thrilled. So far, she's always been behind the scenes, but now she gets to join the rest of her family onscreen. She can't wait to bring her passion for animals to a wide audience.Their first stop is the lush mangrove forests of Cuba, where they're going to help rescue an injured crocodile. But things get off to a rocky start when Feye is injured in an accident partially caused by Adrianna. The status of the show is in jeopardy, and Adrianna's parents want her back behind the scenes, or maybe even back at home.Adrianna is determined to prove herself, and save the show-whatever it takes. Even if that means confronting the legendary Mega Croc of Cuba that's rumored to inhabit the murky waters around their base camp.Based on the author's real-life wildlife encounters, this middle-grade series will include real animal facts, light illustration of the creatures mentioned in each book, and an Author's Note from Melissa. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Below the Edge of Darkness Edith Widder, 2021-07-20 A pioneering marine biologist takes us down into the deep ocean in this 'thrilling blend of hard science and high adventure' (New York Times) LONGLISTED FOR THE SNHN NATURAL HISTORY BOOK PRIZE Edith Widder grew up determined to become a marine biologist. But after complications from a surgery during college caused her to go temporarily blind, she became fascinated by light as well as the power of optimism. Below the Edge of Darkness explores the depths of the planet's oceans as Widder seeks to understand bioluminescence, one of the most important and widely used forms of communication in nature. In the process, she reveals hidden worlds and a dazzling menagerie of behaviours and animals. Alongside Widder, we experience life-and-death equipment malfunctions and witness breakthroughs in technology and understanding, all of it set against a growing awareness of the deteriorating health of our largest and least understood ecosystem. 'A vivid account of ocean life' ROBIN MCKIE, GUARDIAN BOOK OF THE DAY 'Edie's story is one of hardscrabble optimism, two-fisted exploration and groundbreaking research. She's done things I dream of doing' JAMES CAMERON 'A book of marvels, marvellously written' RICHARD DAWKINS |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: The Shark Whisperer Ellen Prager, 2014-04-21 After his most klutzy move ever, falling into a pool of sharks, things for Tristan Hunt begin to look up. Tristan is invited to an ocean-themed summer camp in the Florida Keys where he discovers that he and the other young teens there have very special and rare talents when it comes to the ocean. After the camp receives a distress call from ocean animals, Tristan and his new friends get pulled into a daring rescue in the Bahamas. With the help of sharks, dolphins, a quick-escape artist octopus, and some seabird bombers, the campers must use their young talents in an attempt to outwit an evil shark-finning, reef-blasting billionaire. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Sylvia Earle Beth Baker, 2001-01-01 Describes the life of this groundbreaking marine biologist and diver, from her childhood in New Jersey and Florida to her deep sea explorations of the 1980s and 1990s. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Forbidden City James Ponti, 2023-01-10 The sinister Umbra has their sights set on recruiting a North Korean nuclear physicist by any means necessary, and the City Spies plan to keep an eye on his son by sending Paris to the chess prodigy's tournaments in Moscow and Beijing. Meanwhile, Sydney's embedded as a junior reporter for a teen lifestyle site as she follows the daughter of a British billionaire on tour with the biggest act on her father's music label to uncover what links both the band and the billionaire have to a recent threat from an old Soviet missile base. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Oh, Nuts! Tammi Sauer, 2012-09-18 Chipmunks Cutesy, Blinky, and Bob want the same kind of attention people pay to other animals who live in the zoo, but when one of their plans succeeds, they see that being noticed is not always a good thing. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Island Visions Jacob Seibel-Boettner, Isaac Seigel-Boettner, 2020-08 |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: On the Road to Mr. Mineo's Barbara O'Connor, 2012-10-02 Summer days drift by slowly in Meadville, South Carolina--that is, until Sherman the one-legged pigeon flies into town and causes a ruckus. First Stella, who's been begging for a dog, spots him on top of a garage roof and decides she wants him for a pet. Then there's Ethel and Amos, an old couple who sees the pigeon in their barn keeping company with a little brown dog that barks all night. The pigeon lands smack in the middle of Mutt Raynard's head, but he's the town liar, so no one believes him. And when Stella's brother Levi and his scabby-kneed, germ-infested friends notice the pigeon, they join the chase, too. Meanwhile, across town, Mr. Mineo has one less homing pigeon than he used to... Barbara O'Connor has delivered another ingeniously crafted story full of southern charm, kid-sized adventures, and quirky, unforgettable characters. This title has Common Core connections. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: The Marine World Frances Dipper, 2017 For everyone with an interest in the ocean, such as marine biologists, students, naturalists, and divers. Encompasses organisms that live in, on, and around the ocean. Includes color illustrations, line drawings, and over 1,500 color photographs, and information on identification, distribution, structure, biology, ecology, classification, and conservation-- |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Sylvia Earle Dennis Fertig, 2015-09-10 This book takes an engaging look at the work of ground-breaking conservationist, Rachel Carson, and her work to uncover the dangers of pesticides. It covers Carson's inspiration, her methods, findings, and the impact of her work on the environment movement. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: JFK and the Unspeakable James W. Douglass, 2011-10 In this book James Douglass presents a compelling account of why President John F. Kennedy was assassinated and why the unmasking of this truth remains crucial for the future of our country and the world. Drawing on a vast field of investigation, including many sources available only in recent years, Douglass lays out a sequence of steps by JFK that transformed him, over the course of three years, from a traditional Cold Warrior to someone determined to pull the world back from the edge of apocalypse. Beginning with the fiasco of the Bay of Pigs Invasion (which left him wishing to splinter the CIA in a thousand pieces), followed by the Cuban Missile Crisis and his secret back-channel dialogue with Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev, JFK pursued a series of actions - right up to the week of his death - that caused members of his own U.S. military-intelligence establishment to regard him as a virtual traitor who had to be eliminated. Far from being ancient history, the story of Kennedy's turn toward peace, and the price this exacted, bears crucial lessons for today. Those who plotted his death were determined not simply to eliminate one man but to kill a vision. Only by unmasking these forces of the Unspeakable, Douglass argues, can we free ourselves and our country to pursue that vision of peace.--BOOK JACKET. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: A Monograph of the Pheasants William Beebe, |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Gregor Mendel Cheryl Bardoe, 2015-08-18 Presents the life of the geneticist, discussing the poverty of his childhood, his struggle to get an education, his life as a monk, his discovery of the laws of genetics, and the rediscovery of his work thirty-five years after its publication. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: The Ocean Floor Bruce C. Heezen, 1982 Good,No Highlights,No Markup,all pages are intact, Slight Shelfwear,may have the corners slightly dented, may have slight color changes/slightly damaged spine. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Incredibly Interesting Science Facts For Smart Kids Petite Dreamer, 2025-05-09 ⚠️ Warning: This Book Has Been Known To Spark Unstoppable Curiosity, Ignite Brilliant “Aha” Moments, And Unleash A Tidal Wave Of Scientific Wonder In Young Minds! Do you remember the thrill of uncovering a hidden secret or the joy of a sudden “Eureka!” moment? This book is your ticket to rediscover that magic all over again. ⚡ Get ready to dive into an adventure of epic proportions with 999+ mind-blowing science facts that will completely transform the way the young scientist in your life sees the world! The Curious Young Mind in Your Life Can Expect.. ✅ Explosive Smiles – as each fascinating fact lights up your imagination. ✅ Joyful Gasps – When A Discovery Challenges What You Thought You Knew. ✅ A Relentless Thirst For Knowledge – You Simply Won’t Be Able To Stop Exploring! ✅ Countless “Aha!” Moments – Where Every Fact Becomes A Spark Of Genius. ✅ An Irresistible Urge To Experiment – Turning Learning Into An Electrifying Hands-On Adventure. ✅ Bursting Curiosity – As Questions Lead You Deeper Into The Mysteries Of Science. ✅ A Sense Of Global Connection – Realizing That Brilliant Ideas Can Come From Every Corner Of The World. ✅Feeling Like A True Innovator – Because Every Page Makes You Smarter And Bolder! 📚 Plus, With Your Purchase, You’ll Also Receive An Exclusive Bonus Book: Incredibly Interesting Global Facts For Smart Kids: Who Says The World Is Boring? Open Your Eyes For A New Outlook! This Free Bonus Book, Featuring Several Power-Packed Chapters, Conquers Language Barriers And Ignites Global Adventures—Ensuring That The Magic Of Discovery Spreads Across Every Corner Of The World. Who Is This Book Perfect For: ✔️ Curious Kids Who Are Eager To Explore, Question, And Learn Through Fun, Interactive Science Adventures (It Makes The Perfect FUN & Educational Gift!) ✔️ Parents & Educators Seeking A Vibrant, Inclusive Resource That Bridges Classroom Learning With Real-World Discovery. ✔️ Multicultural Families Who Value The Powerful Blend Of Science And Global Cultural Insights. ⏳Are you ready to embark on a journey where every page fuels your imagination and turns everyday learning into a celebration of discovery? If You Want To Open The Door To A World Where Science Isn’t Just Studied—It’s Experienced, Celebrated, And Lived Then Scroll Up And Click ‘Add To Cart’ |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Look Up! Robert Burleigh, 2013-02-19 Henrietta Levitt was the first person to discover the scientific importance of a star’s brightness—so why has no one heard of her? Learn all about a female pioneer of astronomy in this picture book biography. Henrietta Swan Leavitt was born on July 4, 1868, and she changed the course of astronomy when she was just twenty-five years old. Henrietta spent years measuring star positions and sizes from photographs taken by the telescope at the Harvard College Observatory, where she worked. After Henrietta observed that certain stars had a fixed pattern to their changes, her discovery made it possible for astronomers to measure greater and greater distances—leading to our present understanding of the vast size of the universe. An astronomer of her time called Henrietta Leavitt “one of the most important women ever to touch astronomy,” and another close associate said she had the “best mind at the Harvard Observatory.” Henrietta Leaveitt's story will inspire young women and aspiring scientists of all kinds and includes additional information about the solar system and astronomy. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Thank You, Earth April Pulley Sayre, 2021-02-16 Acclaimed children's book author and photographer April Pulley Sayre's love letter to Earth is a stunning exploration of the beauty and complexity of the world around us. Remarkable photographs and a rich, layered text introduce concepts of science, nature, geography, biology, poetry, and community. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 4 to 6. It's a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children. April Pulley Sayre, award-winning photographer and acclaimed author of more than sixty-five books, introduces concepts of science, nature, and language arts through stunning photographs and a poetic text structured as a simple thank-you note. Touching on subjects from life cycles to weather, colors, shapes, and patterns, this is an ideal resource for science and language art curriculums and a terrific book for bedtime sharing. Thank You, Earth is a great choice for Earth Day celebrations, as well as family and group read-alouds. Includes backmatter with kid-friendly ideas for conservation projects information about the photographs, and additional resources. --Kirkus Reviews |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: 5,000 Awesome Facts (about Everything!) 2 National Geographic Kids, 2014 Provides five thousand facts about everything from water parks and hair to manners and fossils. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: The Fascinating Ocean Book for Kids Bethanie Hestermann, Josh Hestermann, 2021-07-27 From anemones to zooplankton—500 awesome ocean facts for kids ages 8 to 12 Do you know a kid who's captivated by what goes on beneath the ocean's surface? This sea animal book for kids is packed with hundreds of incredible facts for hours of underwater exploration. Pages of full-color pictures feature life in and around the sea including fish, dolphins, and shipwrecks! Dive deeper than other ocean books for kids with ocean trivia such as: Sea cucumbers can eject some of their organs to defend themselves and then regrow them within a few weeks. The Challenger Deep is the deepest place on Earth, almost 7 miles below the surface of the Pacific Ocean. Blue whales are the largest animals that have ever lived—their tongue weighs as much as an entire elephant! Kids will light up as they discover fascinating fishes and deep-sea giants with the best in ocean books for kids. It's also an ideal choice for Christmas gifts or kids' stocking stuffers, sparking curiosity and wonder during the holiday season. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Great Books About Things Kids Love Kathleen Odean, 2008-12-18 BOOKS THAT TURN CHILDREN INTO LIFE-LONG READERS! Most children want to read a book because it's about something they love or are curious about--dinosaurs, magic tricks, ballerinas, sports, secret codes, and a host of other topics. Now with this unique book, Kathleen Odean, current chair of the Newberry Award committee and author of Great Books for Girls and Great Books for Boys, makes it easy for parents and teachers to satisfy a child's individual cravings for good reading on any subject. Inside you'll discover ¸ More than 750 books divided into 55 categories, from Airplanes to Zoos ¸ Professional appraisals that are balanced, intelligent, and fun to read ¸ Stimulating book-related activities and helpful tips for parents Whether the format is picture book, poetry, fiction, or nonfiction, here are wonderful selections like Why Does the Cat Do That? and Exploring the Titanic . . . tried and true characters, from the beloved aardvarks Arthur and D.W. to the hilarious Junie B. Jones and the courageous Harry Potter . . . new heroes and heroines to cheer for such as Katherine Paterson's Princess Miranda from The Wide-Awake Princess and the exciting Jack Black from Jack Black and the Ship of Thieves by Carol Hughes. Great Books About Things Kids Love creates a book-rich environment in which the habit of reading can take hold and flourish for a lifetime. From the Trade Paperback edition. |
| sylvia earle facts for kids: Powerful Thinking Adrienne Gear, 2024-03-18 An inspiring book to help teachers shift their beliefs and “stretch” their thinking around reading comprehension, literacy instruction, and content-area learning. Using the key concepts and strategies introduced in her ground-breaking book, Reading Power, Adrienne Gear shows teachers practical ways to create a “culture of thinking” that can be integrated into all areas of learning. Using knowledge-rich texts as tools, Adrienne shares how read-alouds can be used in content areas to support literacy skills and build knowledge. This timely book offers classroom-tested lessons and anchor books to create a content-rich learning environment that helps strengthen student learning and knowledge-building. |
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Sylvia Jane Kirby (December 9, 1956 [1]), known mononymously as Sylvia, is an American country music and country pop singer and songwriter. [2] Her biggest hit (a crossover chart …
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Jun 8, 2025 · Sylvia is a girl's name of Latin origin meaning "from the forest". Sylvia is the 361 ranked female name by popularity.
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The name Sylvia is of Latin origin, deriving from the word “silva” meaning “forest” or “woods”. In Roman mythology, Silvia was the mother of Romulus and Remus, the legendary founders of …
Meaning, origin and history of the name Sylvia
Dec 1, 2024 · Variant of Silvia. This has been the most common English spelling since the 19th century. Name Days?
Sylvia - Name Meaning, What does Sylvia mean? - Think Baby Names
Sylvia as a girls' name is pronounced SIL-vee-ah. It is of Latin origin, and the meaning of Sylvia is " woods, forest". The Latin form Silvia was more popular for centuries until recently. Rhea …
Sylvia (2003) - IMDb
When poet and novelist Sylvia Plath committed suicide in 1963, she became the archetype of the tortured artist - particularly for sensitive young people who came to romanticize her end and …
Sylvia - Name Meaning and Origin
The name Sylvia is of Latin origin and means "from the forest" or "of the woods." It is derived from the Latin word "silva," which means "forest." The name Sylvia is often associated with nature, …
Sylvia (singer) - Wikipedia
Sylvia Jane Kirby (December 9, 1956 [1]), known mononymously as Sylvia, is an American country music and country pop singer and songwriter. [2] Her biggest hit (a crossover chart …
Sylvia Bio — Sylvia - Official Website
Sylvia’s successful singles led to her debut album, Drifter, which peaked at #10 on Billboard’s Country charts in 1981. Her follow-up, the Just Sylvia album, reached #2, and contained her …
Whatever Happened To 1980’s Country Superstar Sylvia?
Feb 20, 2023 · With over four million records sold, Sylvia has a well earned place in country music history. So, whatever happened to Sylvia? Well, the Kokomo, Indiana native is alive and well …
Sylvia Name, Meaning, Origin, History, And Popularity
May 7, 2024 · Sylvia is a Latin name that means ‘from the forest’ or ‘woodland.’. It derives from the Latin word “ silva,” which means ‘spirit of the wood,’ ‘forest’ or ‘wood.’. It is a feminine …
Sylvia - Baby Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Jun 8, 2025 · Sylvia is a girl's name of Latin origin meaning "from the forest". Sylvia is the 361 ranked female name by popularity.
Sylvia Name Meaning, Origin, Popularity, Girl Names Like ...
The name Sylvia is of Latin origin, deriving from the word “silva” meaning “forest” or “woods”. In Roman mythology, Silvia was the mother of Romulus and Remus, the legendary founders of …
Meaning, origin and history of the name Sylvia
Dec 1, 2024 · Variant of Silvia. This has been the most common English spelling since the 19th century. Name Days?
Sylvia - Name Meaning, What does Sylvia mean? - Think Baby Names
Sylvia as a girls' name is pronounced SIL-vee-ah. It is of Latin origin, and the meaning of Sylvia is " woods, forest". The Latin form Silvia was more popular for centuries until recently. Rhea …
Sylvia (2003) - IMDb
When poet and novelist Sylvia Plath committed suicide in 1963, she became the archetype of the tortured artist - particularly for sensitive young people who came to romanticize her end and …
Sylvia - Name Meaning and Origin
The name Sylvia is of Latin origin and means "from the forest" or "of the woods." It is derived from the Latin word "silva," which means "forest." The name Sylvia is often associated with nature, …
