All about Sharks

I have to disagree with the other reviewers: I wasn't that impressed with the illustrations. However, they are great drawings, but not any better than the ones in our other shark books. (Mainly because the mako shark looked too much like a blue shark.) I did like the selction of sharks the author decided to discuss: great white, hammerhead, nurse shark, tiger shark, whale shark, mako shark, leopard shark, and bull shark, as well as requiem sharks, mackerel sharks, angel sharks, lemon sharks and sharksuckers (remoras). At the beginning of the book, there are tiger shark jaws done in actual size (takes two pages for the top, and the bottom is on the following two pages). Not only does Arnosky go into detail about sizes, shapes, and the different types of shark teeth, but he describes the various parts and the development of the young from shark eggs. I think any child interested in sharks would LOVE this book, and it's so interesting that parents will like it too. I also recommend Learning About Sharks (Learning about Books (Dover)) and The Best Book of Sharks.

A must for the young shark enthusiast.My 5 year old uses the great illustrations to better his own shark art. Jim Arnosky is one of the best illustrators for kids. This book also covers the basic facts on sharks: The shark family divisions, shark anatomy, shark safety, shark teeth, and shark young.

Jim Arnosky's All About Sharks deserves ongoing attention for its attraction for younger picturebook readers seeking a solid introduction with realistic color drawings which are startling but not terrifying. Full color and the inclusion of anatomical cut-aways for simple viewing make for an excellent basic introduction.

Have you ever wondered about sharks? Did you know that there are more that 250 species of sharks? Did you know sharks don't have bones? This book will teach you these facts and lots more. It even includes some shark safety tips. All About Sharks is a very informative book. This book will help children understand these creatures of the deep better. I enjoyed looking all the pictures the book had of all types of sharks.We recommend this book to children ages 5-8. Kids are curious about sea life and this is great book for them to read to learn more about sharks. The book would be a great reas aloud to science classes as well.