As children are being asked to read more nonfiction texts,
it’s important to find books that capture their attention with interesting
facts. National Geographic Little Kids Ocean Counting, by Janet Lawler with photographs by Brian Skerry, is a
great book for young children who are learning to count and who like ocean
animals. Primary readers will also
enjoy the eye-catching photographs that accompany the text.
The reader counts to ten with examples of various ocean
animals (hammerhead sharks, sea otters, pink sea star, etc.). Each two page spread also includes a
Did You Know? Box with an interesting fact about the animal. At the conclusion of the book an Animal
Facts section (home, size, food, predators, babies) are given about each
animal. A map and glossary are
also included to extend learning.
This would be a great book to enjoy before and after a trip
to an aquarium. It would be fun
for children to write their own counting book based on this book. We hope you enjoy learning more about
ocean animals!
*Which ocean animal is your favorite?
*Can you name 5 facts you learned by reading this nonfiction
text?
*What fact surprised you?
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