Beginning readers encounter a fascinating array of sea "critters" representing the major categories of life on Earth. Children will meet a gigantic barrel sponge, eerie looking nudibranches, and a tentacled cuttlefish. They observe sea squirts, moray eels, and a human diver. The stunning full-color photos, art, maps and simple text will spark curiosity and appeal to a child's sense of wonder. Outstanding Science Trade Book for Children (NSTA/CBC) "A lovely, browsable introduction to . animals that live in the ocean . The photographs throughout are stunning and engaging ."--School Library Journal.