Ocean Animals for Kids by Bethanie Hestermann

Ocean Animals for Kids by Bethanie Hestermann

Is your child obsessed with sharks, whales, and everything under the sea?

Ocean Animals for Kids is the ultimate beginner’s guide to the creatures of the deep, crafted for kids ages 6 to 9. Written by a zoologist and science writer duo, this visually engaging, easy-to-read book brings the ocean to life through fascinating facts, colorful layouts, and age-appropriate science.
Inside you'll find:

• Profiles of 40+ Ocean Creatures – From penguins and polar bears to sponges and sea slugs, each animal entry highlights where they live, what they eat, and why they’re amazing.
• Science Concepts Made Simple – Discover how tides, currents, and climate shape the ocean ecosystem, with beginner-friendly explanations that never talk down to kids.
• Wacky, Wonderful Facts – Learn which sea creatures can sneeze out salt, open jars, or even produce pink poop—facts that spark endless “Did you know?” moments.
• Vibrant, Kid-Friendly Layouts – Bright, colorful designs guide young readers smoothly through the pages, helping them absorb and retain key concepts with ease.

Whether they’re discovering the oceans for the first time or deepening a love for marine life, Ocean Animals for Kids inspires young minds to think like scientists and dream like explorers.

Bethanie and Josh Hestermann are authors of animal-science books for kids, including Zoo Animals: A Search and Find Book for Kids, as well as Zoology for Kids and Marine Science for Kids for more advanced readers. Bethanie is a freelance writer and Josh is a zoologist working at the California Science Center.