Jellyfish: A Natural History

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From debut author-illustrator Chloe Savage comes a beautifully detailed adventure into the unknown, sure to captivate the imagination of young explorers. Despite their lack of faces, limbs, bones, blood, or brains, jellyfish have developed incredible ways of eating, moving, reproducing, and defending themselves. This new collection by Ness Owen feels like one of those, with childhood memory, family, the politics of language, sense of place and an urgent environmental concern beyond human boundaries interwoven and embodied by the sight of that most liminal thing, a stranded jellyfish. Combing through history, art, and science, Peter Williams tells stories proving that these graceful watery creatures deserve our appreciation even while they elude our understanding.

From their physical characteristics, such as their beautiful and translucent appearance, to their unique hunting and sleeping habits, readers will learn about the many aspects of jellyfish. With easy-to-read facts and colourful photos, readers will enjoy discovering all the details about these interesting animals. It is essential reading for anyone interested in maintaining their well-being in later years as it gives insights into the biology of ageing. An admirably clear sketch of heritability and how our longevity is determined by both genes and the environment. Interestingly, jellyfish thrive in polluted situations that kill everything else and thus there has been a dramatic increase in jellyfish along the coasts of our continents.The writing is clever and funny and it also reads well as a series of non-fiction short stories about a topic lay readers will know little about - almost everyone, even if you walk in with a general science or biology degree, will find delight. I Am Jellyfish– Jellyfish is quietly crooning in the shallows, when knife-nosed Swordfish swooshes, races and chases her, down, down, down, deep into the dark blue sea. This may seem like an odd recommendation, but Jules’s exploration of the way death keeps the earth going is not only fascinating, but it also widens the perspective away from humans to the animal kingdom — a handy reminder that we’re as much a part of said kingdom as any others species. When not busy doodling, Liz is usually found hiking and biking around the Yorkshire countryside and playing tennis for her local club. It offers a gentle introduction to the emotion of jealousy and offers some ways in which to deal with it.

You'll meet the microscopic creatures that can survive in the vacuum of space, and wonder – could aliens really exist? This book, "Animals of the Ocean - Jellyfish," is perfect for young readers and contains a variety of features that make it a valuable addition to any child's bookshelf. The Deadly Box Jellyfish is the world’s most venomous animal, the only animal capable of locking the heart in a contracted state in as little as two minutes. Sign up to hear about the latest books, brilliant competitions, fun activities, brand new resources for teachers and events happening near you as well as the latest World Book Day news and how you can celebrate reading all year round. com will use the information you provide on this form to keep in touch with you and to provide updates about World Book Day.Alarming to learn that jellyfish blooms are becoming problems (and we don't know whether it's real increase?

In this delightful children's book, "I Am Not a Fish," author and former Disney animator, Peter Raymundo, brings to life the story of a jellyfish named Edgar who struggles with his identity. When a young boy’s grandfather dies suddenly, he is overwhelmed with the sadness of knowing that they will never see each other again. With stunning photographs and engaging text, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in marine life. I’m in awe of Lisa-Ann Gershwin’s passion and efforts in identifying, documenting, and studying these strange little (and not so little)creatures taking over the planet.With "Jellyfish," young readers can embark on an exciting underwater adventure and discover the fascinating world of these incredible creatures, including their unique life cycle, stinging abilities, and important role in the ocean's ecosystem. Readers will learn about immortal jellyfish who live and die and live again as well as those who camouflage themselves amid sea grasses and shells, hiding in plain sight. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, educator, or just a curious reader, we invite you to dive into the world of jellyfish with us and discover the many ways in which these creatures can inspire and delight young minds.

The language used is accessible and age-appropriate, encouraging children to explore and learn on their own. Sheila enjoys walking on her local beach with her family of boys, playing sports, gazing at the stars, reading and eating (preferably reading whilst eating! Spencer and Vincent, the Jellyfish Brothers is a heartwarming tale that is sure to delight and entertain children and parents alike. Jessie the Jellyfish is a heartfelt and engaging story about the global problem of plastic pollution, connecting humans and wildlife and the situation that animals face in their own habitats. Whether you’re new to crochet or just looking for some cute patterns, this book has something for you.There is a large variety of jellies with gorgeous colors and shapes, and I wanted to know which lived in my location and which were dangerous. Kids can explore and play with the squishy, wobbly creatures while learning about their anatomy and behavior. For young children, jellyfish can be an endless source of wonder and excitement, sparking their imaginations and fueling their curiosity about the ocean and its inhabitants. Some species of jellyfish can grow up to 6 feet in diameter, while others are as small as a pinhead.