39 Best 「shark」 Books of 2024| Books Explorer

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Table of Contents
  1. White Shark
  2. Sharks (Family Reference Guide)
  3. Hark! A Shark! All About Sharks (The Cat in the Hat's Learning Library)
  4. National Geographic Readers: Sharks!
  5. Amazing Sharks! (I Can Read Level 2)
  6. Discovery Channel Sharkopedia: The Complete Guide to Everything Shark
  7. National Geographic Kids Sharks Sticker Activity Book: Over 1,000 Stickers! (NG Sticker Activity Books)
  8. Sharks of the World Coloring Book (Dover Sea Life Coloring Books)
  9. Sharks (Discovery Kids 3D Readers)
  10. Surprising Sharks: Read and Wonder
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No.1
100

White Shark

Benchley, Peter
Random House

When a Connecticut shore community is threatened by a malevolent and lethal creature called White Shark, it is up to oceanic scientist Simon Chase to stop the reign of terror. By the author of Jaws. 200,000 first printing. $200,000 ad/promo. Lit Guild Main.

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No.2
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No.3
83

Learn about sharks with everyone's favorite Cat in the Hat! The Cat in the Hat dives deep in this fascinating exploration of the world of sharks. Learn about the different types of sharks, how we study them, and why they aren't so scary after all. Perfect for kids who love sharks and Dr. Seuss alike, and for any kid who loves learning and science. The Cat in the Hat's Learning Library is a nonfiction, unjacketed hardcover series that introduces beginning readers ages 5-8 to important basic concepts. Featuring beloved characters from Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat, the Learning Library titles explore a range of topics about the world we live in and include an index, glossary, and suggestions for further reading. “Pretty much all the stuff you need to know is in Dr. Seuss.” –President Barack Obama

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No.4
81

National Geographic Readers: Sharks!

Schreiber, Anne
National Geographic Kids

He’s quick. He’s silent. He has five rows of deadly teeth. Chomp! Meet the shark—the fish who ruled the deep before dinosaurs roamed the Earth! This fish has soft cartilage so he can glide, twist, and turn before his prey can say "gulp!" He can smell a single drop of blood in 25 million drops of ocean. He can feel electricity given off by his prey. He will lose and replace more than 10,000 teeth in his lifetime. Cool photos bring kids into the shark’s world. Fun facts go deep into the shark’s scary science.

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No.5
80

Did you know that some sharks can . . .\n\nglow in the dark!\ngrow to be as long as a fire truck!\nlose thousands of teeth during their lives!\nfeel electricity in the water!\n\nFilled with outstanding photographs from the Wildlife Conservation Society, Amazing Sharks! is a new title in an exciting nonfiction I Can Read Book series. The series explores the amazing animals that share our world and how we can help them survive.

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No.6
79

Celebrate Discovery Shark Week all year long with Discovery Sharkopedia, the definitive visual guide to everything there is to know about sharks! With more than 400 incredible color photos of the world's most infamous sharks, including great white, bull, and tiger sharks, Sharkopedia explores the evolution of sharks-did you know sharks have been swimming in the world's oceans since before dinosaurs roamed the earth?-and introduces kids to almost 500 known shark species with close-up portraits of each and fun "fin facts" throughout. Discover what makes sharks expert hunters with detailed sections about shark anatomy, habitats, life cycles, surprising behaviors, and more. Sharkopedia also provides shark conservation resources and offers suggestions for ways to help these amazing, often misunderstood, creatures continue to survive. Want to meet more incredible creatures? Check out the other books in the Discovery Opedia series: Snakeopedia, Dinopedia, and Bugopedia!

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No.8
78

Over 350 million years, sharks have evolved into the most successful hunters to roam the seas. This educational and entertaining coloring book focuses on 25 species of shark, ranging in size from the relatively tiny cookiecutter shark (1-1/2 feet long) to the monstrous whale shark (up to 65 feet).Carefully researched and skillfully rendered line drawings depict such fascinating species as the snakelike frilled shark; the thresher shark with its long, scythe-shaped tail; the rare and bizarre goblin shark; the dreaded great white shark, one of the most fearsome predators in the sea, and the swift and graceful blue shark. Also depicted are some of the shark's closest relatives: the spotted ratfish, sting ray, common skate, Atlantic torpedo ray, Atlantic guitarfish and smalltooth sawfish.A fact-filled caption accompanies each of Llyn Hunter's vivid illustrations, providing the sharks' common and scientific names, habitat, behavior, size, color, distinguishing features and other information. Further enhancing the book are a general introduction and a dramatic double-page illustration showing all 25 sharks drawn to scale. Educational and informative, Sharks of the World Coloring Book doubles as an excellent and inexpensive source of royalty-free illustrations for artists and designers.

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No.9
78

From the Discovery Kids series, this book about awesome sharks includes 3D glasses to help the stickers and pictures in this fun fact book come to life! It's a great way for kids to practice reading comprehension and learning skills while having fun

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No.10
77

"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." — The Horn Book"SHAAAARRRKK!" That's probably the last word anyone wants to hear while swimming in the warm blue sea. But most sharks aren't at all what people expect. In fact, those who think all sharks are giant, man-eating killers are in for a surprise. 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.Back matter includes an index and a note about sharks.

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No.11
77

Clark the Shark

Hale, Bruce
HarperCollins

Clark the Shark is a great read-aloud picture book, with fun rhythm and rhyme, from the ever-popular Bruce Hale and Guy Francis.\nClark is a shark with zing, bang, and BOOM. Clark zooms into school, crashes through the classroom, and is rowdy at recess. Clark loves life—but when his enthusiasm is too much for his friends, Clark's teacher, Mrs. Inkydink, helps him figure out a way to tone it down.\nClark the Shark celebrates boisterous enthusiasm—and knowing when it's time for indoor voices!

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No.12
77

Are sharks the most dangerous animal? Which shark can sleep for weeks? Discover everything you need to know about sharks in this extraordinary fact book. \nFlip through 100 fascinating facts covering everything from the camouflaged wobbegong to the biggest shark in history, then test your knowledge with fun quizzes. Each page is packed with activities, projects and mind-blowing facts for a truly engaging experience. With stunning photographs and beautiful illustrations, this fun-filled book is sure to challenge young readers and prepare them for academic success.

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No.13
77

Shark (DK Eyewitness Books)

Macquitty, Miranda
DK Children

Full-color photos. Beautiful photography provides a close-up look at these terrifying "lords of the deep"--their anatomy and behavior, and the realities and myths behind their sinister reputation. This densely illustrated book is one of the most informative and technically accurate portrayals of sharks and their relatives."--(starred) Science Books & Films.

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No.14
77

This updated edition of Eyewitness: Shark is an in-depth look at some of the most fascinating and mysterious creatures in the ocean — from the gracious sting ray to the voracious great white. \nVivid photographs of various shark breeds including hammerheads, angel sharks, horn sharks, and more combine with informative text highlighting shark artifacts, stories of shark attacks, how a shark detects its prey and more, offering a close-up look at one of the most awesome animals on the planet, their behavior and secret underwater lives. The introduction of paperback editions, eye-catching jackets, and updated interiors ensure that the Eyewitness series will continue to be relevant in the ever-changing world of education and remain the go-to source for homework help, research projects, reluctant readers, ESL students, and, as always, to satisfy the minds of curious kids. Supports the Common Core State Standards

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No.15
77

Smiley Shark

Galloway, Ruth
Little Tiger Press
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No.16
76

Commotion in the Ocean

Andreae, Giles
Tiger Tales

This delightful collection of poems includes fun rhymes about the creatures who live in and around the ocean. Children will delight in the snappy poems and colorful illustrations about whales, walruses, penguins, polar bears, stingrays, and sharks.

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No.17
76

Winner of the 2014 Oklahoma Book AwardIn the deep ocean, tiny Nugget and big, toothy Fang get along swimmingly--until Nugget's first day of minnow school. There Nugget learns that minnows are supposed to be afraid of sharks! To regain Nugget's trust, Fang takes desperate (and hilarious) measures. But it's not until his big sharp teeth save the entire school that minnows learn this shark is no foe. Fantastically stylized artwork adds even more humor to this undersea story of unlikely friendship.

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No.18
76

I'm a Shark

Shea, Bob
Balzer + Bray

Shark's not afraid of anything. \nThe dark? \nNah.\nA big mean bear? \nDon't make him laugh!\nBut there is one thing that even Shark fears. . . . Can you guess what it is?

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No.19
76

Shark vs. Train

Barton, Chris
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Shark VS. Train! WHO WILL WIN?!If you think Superman vs. Batman would be an exciting matchup, wait until you see Shark vs. Train. In this hilarious and wacky picture book, Shark and Train egg each other on for one competition after another, including burping, bowling, Ping Pong, piano playing, pie eating, and many more! Who do YOU think will win, Shark or Train? [star] "This is a genius concept." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review[star] "Lichtenheld's snarling shark and grimacing train are definitely ready for a fight, and his scenarios gleefully play up the absurdity. The combatants' expressions are priceless when they lose. A glum train in smoky dejection, or a bewildered, crestfallen shark? It's hard to choose; both are winners." -- Kirkus, starred review

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No.20
76

It's Jaws all over again in this thrilling, chilling alphabet book for kids. Sharks, both living and extinct, lurk throughout its pages so kids can learn amazing facts about these dangerous and bizarre animals from the deep.\nFeaturing Ray Troll's spectacular fishy art, Sharkabet takes you through the ABCs of different shark varieties. The colorful, eye-popping images are accompanied by the catchy factoids, making this book a swimmingly good read.

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No.21
76

Octonauts and the Whale Shark

Grosset & Dunlap
Grosset & Dunlap

The Octoalert is sounded when Dashi is accidentally swallowed—by a whale shark! It is up to Barnacles, Peso, and Kwazii to venture inside the huge ocean animal to rescue her. Octonauts, let’s do this!

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No.22
76

The Great Shark Escape (The Magic School Bus)

Johnston, Jennifer
Scholastic Paperbacks

A class trip to the aquarium winds up in the depths of the ocean as Ms. Frizzle's class must escape the jaws of a great white shark! During their adventure, Ms. Frizzle teaches the class about different shark species, including the goblin shark, angel shark, whale shark, and others.

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No.23
76

They both live in the ocean. They are both large, gray, and eat fish. But one is a shark and the other is a dolphin. How do you know which animal is which? Award-winning children’s author Melissa Stewart explains a few of the many differences between these animals. Stewart’s clear text is paired with stunning underwater photography to show readers just how different these animals really are!

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No.24
76

From huge whale sharks to tiny dwarf sharks, this book has everything you need to know about these mysterious sea creatures. Millions of years before the first dinosaurs walked the earth, the first sharks swam in the sea. Though they're often feared and misunderstood, most sharks aren't dangerous to humans—and they play an important part in their environment. With her signature combination of accessible, kid-friendly text and clear, well-labeled illustrations, Gail Gibbons introduces many of the more than three hundred types of sharks in the ocean, and gives concise information about their habitats and physical characteristics. Perfect for classroom collections or kids interested in marine life, Sharks is full of useful information on how humans have impacted shark populations, what to do if you see a shark while swimming, and fun shark facts.

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No.25
76

Uncover one of the world's most fascinating and feared predatory creatures in this innovative 3-dimensional book. Uncover a Shark takes you on a whole new learning experience, layer-by-layer to provide children with an indepth and all encompassing understanding of the subject and its anatomy. Great Whites are one of the most feared and studied mammals of all time. This 16-page book examines the alluring Great White in detail. First the basic elements--their cartilaginous nature, teeth, fins, and gills--then more complex systems are detailed--the cardiopulmonary systems, digestive system, and the acute sensory systems. Each organ or system is intricately placed inside the book to provide a three dimensional view of its size in relation to the rest of the body. Each page is filled with interesting facts and detailed illustrations that desctibe each part.Did you know that engineers study sharks in order to design better ships and rockets since the sharks body is well-suited to gliding through the water? Or that a great white can also eat 10 tons of meat a year but often go several days in between meals. Explore these questions and many others as Uncover a Shark takes you on a jouney you won't forget!

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No.26
76

Shark in the Dark

Bently, Peter
Walker & Co

The shark has been lurking in the deep, dark sea, searching for a fishy snack. He's big and he's mean and he's always hungry. Tired of fleeing the shark, the other sea creatures come up with a plan. If they all work together, it might be possible to teach the shark a lesson he'll never forget. With a lively rhyming text; bright, expressive illustrations; and a playful die-cut cover, this is one shark's tale that will be a hit either at story hour . . . or feeding time.

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No.27
76

Shark Mad Stanley

Andrew Griffin
TickTock Books

This is the first title in this new series. Each book follows Stanley on a journey of discovery - learning about the strange relationships between his domestic pets and their wilder counterpart. In this book learn everything he knows about Sharks'

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No.28
76

There are many things you should never, ever, ever do. Like sit next to a porcupine on the subway (ouch!). Or hold hands with a lobster (double ouch!). Or take a shark to the dentist (triple ouch!). Bestselling author JUDI BARRETT and imaginative illustrator JOHN NICKLE give us a raucous look at the perils of taking giraffes to the movies, goats to the library, and pigs out to lunch...and other such silly stuff.

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No.29
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No.30
76

In the ocean, sharks are near the top of the food chain. Sharks have the same five senses as humans do, but they have an extra sixth sense that makes them especially deadly hunters. What is this sense and how does a shark use all six senses to track down prey? Read and find out! With colorful illustrations from Bob Barner and engaging text from John F. Waters, Sharks Have Six Senses is a fascinating look into one of the most powerful predators in the sea.\nFeaturing rich marine-biology vocabulary bolded throughout the text, this book also includes a Find Out More section with additional shark facts and web research prompts about shark conservation efforts. Both the text and the artwork were vetted for accuracy by Dr. George H. Burgess, director of the Program for Shark Research at the Florida Museum of Natural History.\nThis is a Level 2 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores more challenging concepts for children in the primary grades and supports the Common Core Learning Standards and Next Generation Science Standards. Let's-Read-And-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series.

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No.31
76

Sharks (Scholastic Discover More)

Burnie, David
Scholastic Reference

A comprehensive modern reference book all about sharks for confident readers.Every kid likes being freaked out watching a great white shark attack, but this book exposes the reality: that sharks are incredible creatures and we are just beginning to understand their complex lives. Collection spreads featuring hundreds of sharks open chapters focussing on specific shark families. Thorough, up-to-date information is combined with cutting-edge facts about sharks’ amazing memories, shark no-go zones, and cleaners and clingers-on: fish that travel with and attend sharks. The book encourages an active response: sharks are endangered and here’s what you can do about it. Fantastic photos, structured layouts, and age-appropriate vocabulary entice newly confident readers into the world of information books. Data boxes, maps, and stats encourage related numeracy and science skills. Vetted by literacy experts.

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No.32
76

Sharks (Usborne Beginners)

Clarke, Catriona
Usborne Pub Ltd

Describes the physical characteristics of sharks, explaining how they find food, how they are born, and why they cannot stop swimming.

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No.33
76

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Getting the facts behind the fiction has never looked better.Track the facts with Jack and Annie! When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #9: Dolphins at Daybreak, they had lots of questions. Did dolphins ever live on land? How do dolphins communicate? How do sharks hunt for food? Which sharks are the most dangerous? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Jack and Annie track the facts. Filled with up-to-date information, photos, illustrations, and fun tidbits from Jack and Annie, the Magic Tree House Fact Trackers are the perfect way for kids to find out more about the topics they discovered in their favorite Magic Tree House adventures. And teachers can use Fact Trackers alongside their Magic Tree House fiction companions to meet common core text pairing needs. Did you know that there’s a Magic Tree House book for every kid? Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books Merlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced reader Super Edition: A longer and more dangerous adventureFact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures Have more fun with Jack and Annie at MagicTreeHouse.com!

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No.35
76

Amazing Animals: Sharks

Bodden, Valerie
Creative Paperbacks

A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of sharks, the feared fishes of the sea. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why sharks have a bump on their heads.

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No.36
76

Little Shark

Rockwell, Anne F.
Walker & Co

Little Shark is born one day in the dark deepness of the sea. Soon his mother and forty-nine brothers and sisters swim away, and he is all alone.The sea is a dangerous place. There are bigger sharks that can eat him and fishermen's nets than can trap him. Little Shark must find food and stay safe so that he can grow into a big shark. Will he make it? And what kind of shark is he?Swim through the seas with Little Shark. Through his story you'll discover all kinds of fascinating shark facts-- how they eat, how they swim, even what their skeletons feel like!

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No.37
76

A silly shark and lobster are in a panic to ward off a land-bound menace in this comical ode to the power of suggestion, the joys of teamwork, and the fun to be found in a narrow escape.Out in the sea, Shark told his friend Lobster one day: "Lobster, I'm scared!"What could Shark possibly be afraid of? It seems somebody's told him about a thing that's full of teeth and stripes, and now he's scared of . . . tigers! Rumor has it these horrible creatures walk on their teeth, glow in the dark, and eat you up. Of course, there's nothing to be done but to build an undersea fortress that will shield Shark and Lobster from this terrible threat, and as word gets around, ocean friends from cuttlefish to spiky crabs get busy piling seven hundred rocks and an old piano to keep tigers away. But is their wall high enough to do the trick? Wouldn't a huge sea monster, big enough to swallow them all, do an even better job of protecting them?

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No.38
76

In Whale Shark, young readers follow whale sharks as they learn about their natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, life cycle, and behavior. Age-appropriate text paired with colorful photographs will engage young readers as they discover how the world's biggest fish adapts to its ocean environment for survival. Whale Shark includes such useful and fun learning features as a detailed diagram that compares the animal's super size to something familiar in kids' own lives.

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No.39
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