books about: aquatic

books about: aquatic

books:

Aquatic

Sea Creatures: A Squirmy, Scary, Prickly Pop-Up

Sally Hewitt

Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2006

fantastic pop-up technology !
These pop-up sea creatures are exceptional. I watch children's faces as I open each page. The pictures make great talking points at story time.

All for a Few Perfect Waves: The Audacious Life and Legend of Rebel Surfer Miki Dora

David Rensin

HarperEntertainment, 2008

Really Can't Understand The Complainers Here!
I surfed with Dora in '58-'62. No, let me say, I was in the water at the same time on dozens and dozens of mornings and afternoons, but NEVER SURFED with Dora. Nobody surfed WITH Dora. He was a bullying competitor, bold adventurer, pirate, pioneer, and a loner. He was ...

Wish for a Fish: All About Sea Creatures (Cat in the Hat's Lrning Libry)

Bonnie Worth

Random House Books for Young Readers, 1999

Wish for a Fish
Dr Seuss books have done it again. In this magical adventure you get to learn about all kids of sea creatures and the different levels of the ocean. It is a must have for anyone who has children tha love Marine Life. My daughter has this book memorized from cover ...

A Field Guide to Reptiles & Amphibians of Eastern & Central North America (Peterson Field Guide Series)

Roger Conant, Joseph T. Collins

Houghton Mifflin, 1998

Excellent for identification of reptiles and amphibians
I live in North Carolina and I have been able to identify all the snakes, lizards, turtles, and frogs that I have found using this book. Good descriptions and photos to help you tell the difference between different species.

Reef Fish Identification: Florida, Caribbean, Bahamas

Paul Humann, Ned DeLoach

New World Publications, 2002

pleased
the book has extensive info on each fish species; great photos and a graphical representation for the distinguishing markings. I needed to learn a lot of the species from the book in a short time and the book was really helpfull

The Great Minnesota Fish Book
Tom Dickson

Univ Of Minnesota Press, 2008

Fishing is one of Minnesota?s consummate pastimes. The North Star state boasts the highest number of anglers per capita in the nation and the most fishing lakes. Minnesota is abundant in knowledge about how to catch game fish, but there is little information on the lore and natural history of such prized species as the walleye and largemouth bass, ...

The Reef Set: Reef Fish, Reef Creature and Reef Coral (3 Volumes) (Reef Set)

Paul Humann, Ned DeLoach

New World Publications, 2002

Great set
For anyone who is curious about names, habits, or color variations, etc of our under water friends; this is the set. Waterproof pages for on the dive or snorkel boat. This is the complete set for your diving friends at a reasonable price.

From Tadpole to Frog (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 1)

Wendy Pfeffer

HarperTrophy, 1994

Amazon gives great service!!
From Tadpole to Frog is a great learning experience for little ones. I would recommend this book for any child, 4-??? The service from Amazon is great. That is the only place I purchase books anymore. Dana Hodges

Force of Nature: Mind, Body, Soul (And, of Course, Surfing)

Laird Hamilton

Rodale Books, 2008

A must read for everyone who cares about their wellbeing
And everyone should care about their wellbeing. Discard the previous review. Laird is probably the most complete athlete in the world today. Buy this book and start with implementing the training and eating program.

Surf Is Where You Find It

Gerry Lopez

Patagonia Inc, 2008

Great book, more than a surf book
I bought this book not fully knowing where it would take me. Having watched an interview with Gerry Lopez, his style peaked my interest, but a book, hummm. Anyways, this is an awesome book, I can't put it down. Here's the reason. Yes, it's a great surf book. Great ...

What's It Like to Be a Fish? (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 1)

Wendy Pfeffer

HarperTrophy, 1996

Great science book for young kids!
Wendy Pfeffer has a talent for making difficult science concepts understandable to young children. This is a lively and very kid-friendly book with cheerful illustrations that kids will enjoy and learn from.

The Devil's Teeth: A True Story of Obsession and Survival Among America's Great White Sharks

Susan Casey

Holt Paperbacks, 2006

GREAT BOOK!!
I just finished reading this book and I've got to say that this was a really good book. The author really makes you feel like it is YOU who are there at the Farallon Islands, instead of just reading about someone else's experiences. I learned a lot about great ...

Surfing: The Manual: Advanced

Hedonist Surf Co., 2008

Great book to improve your surfing-intermediates & up
I've been surfing consistently for over 20 years.I got this book because I felt my surfing, though good enough, has stagnated somewhat and I needed some inspiration. What a well put-together book! The title says advanced but I recommend it from intermediate surfers up. ...

West of Jesus: Surfing, Science, and the Origins of Belief

Steven Kotler

Bloomsbury USA, 2007

BUY IT.
I'm a surfer/extreme sport athlete. Also have a BS in psychology as well as anthropology. Kotler's blend of humor, story telling, and empirical data in his search for the big question is seriously phenomenal. BUY THIS BOOK!!

Fit to Surf : The Surfer's Guide to Strength and Conditioning

Rocky Snyder

International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press, 2003

Right On!
Since I don't get to surf everyday, this book is exactly what I needed to stay in surfing shape. I have a number of other fitness related books, but none address surfing fitness. This book gave me exactly what I've been looking for. I've since given it to a number of ...