The Horn Book Guide

SOCIAL SCIENCES

Eriksson, Ann

Dive In!: Exploring Our Connection with the Ocean

48 pp. | Orca | October, 2018 | Trade ISBN 978-1-4598-1586-5 $19.95 | Ebook ISBN 978-1-4598-1588-9

(3) 4-6 Orca Footprints series. Biologist Eriksson touches on numerous ocean-science topics, including the physical properties of water, ocean dynamics, and marine life, but focuses largely on the ocean's importance and the dangers associated with pollution and climate change. Several chapters provide suggestions for actions readers can take to protect and sustain oceans. The accessible text is well illustrated with captioned color photographs. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford