This title is part of the important new series from Oxford which provides accessible introductions to the ideas, facts, and vocabulary behind an absorbing range of subjects. Meticulously researched and authoritative but written in simple language by experts in their fields, curious young readers will quickly get to grips with the basic principles and terminology of each subject. The Earth''s Immense Oceans explains, in a clear and interesting way, how oceans work, where they came from and how they are shaping the Earth, what lives under the waves, and the impact humans have had on the world''s oceans. The engaging design highlights the heroes of the subject from early beginnings to modern day and picks out and explains tricky terminology in ''Speak like a Scientist'' features. Comic strips and illustrations, amazing photographs and a timeline, glossary and index, all make this handy-sized book the perfect way to learn. If you love this title, why not collect them all? The Earth''s Immense Oceans is part of a collectible set which will build into a diverse range of subjects.