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Spanning 4.5 billion years of evolution, Jennifer Berne's extensively researched book is an accessible introduction to geology, oceanography, and marine biology. Entrancing verse, awe-inspiring art from Amanda Hall, and wide-ranging back matter capture the mysterious beauty of the ocean and the incredible organisms who call it home.   Berne spent years studying evolution and the undersea world to tell this story with lyrical, rhyming verse that makes it an accessible and intriguing introduction to geology, oceanography, and marine biology. Hall's work was shaped by her own reading, conversations with scientists, and explorations at London's Natural History Museum and Cambridge's Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences.  Ideal for STEM\/STEAM learning, the book also features comprehensive back matter that includes author's and illustrator's notes, an illustrated timeline, key terms and concepts, recommended reading, and more.   Part of Eerdmans' Spectacular STEAM for Curious Readers series.  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A summary on pages 34 and 35 of each granny and her skill supports children in recapping the story, providing plenty of speaking and listening opportunities.             Lime\/Band 11 books have longer sentence structures and a greater use of literary language.             Ideas for reading at the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"COLLINS EDUCATIONAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66760024424493,"sku":"9780008320904","price":15.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/1298\/2317\/files\/9780008320904.jpg?v=1782642854"},{"product_id":"9780008396794","title":"How can we make beautiful cupcakes?","description":"\u003cp\u003eInspire a love of reading with stories that are written from a child's perspective and will encourage children to discover the world around them. 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