Everything works in this book -- the informative yet humorous writing, the not-too-scary illustrations, and a superb layout that employs multisized text and bright color backgrounds to great effect.
Back matter includes an index and a note about sharks..
The compelling narrative, colorful illustrations, and captivating facts in Surprising Sharks reveal that sharks come in all shapes and sizes -- and probably should be more afraid of humans than we are of them.
In fact, those who think all sharks are giant, man-eating killers are in for a surprise.
But most sharks aren\'t at all what people expect. -- The Horn Book SHAAAARRRKK That\'s probably the last word anyone wants to hear while swimming in the warm blue sea.
Everything works in this book -- the informative yet humorous writing, the not-too-scary illustrations, and a superb layout that employs multisized text and bright color backgrounds to great effect
