Surprising Sharks cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 4.8
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 1022
Points per Word 0.000489
Page Count 32
Points per Page 0.015625

Description

Surprising Sharks by Nicola Davies introduces early readers to a variety of shark species, highlighting their diversity in size, shape, and behavior. The book describes specific sharks like the tiny dwarf lantern shark and explains the physical features and hunting strategies that make sharks effective predators. Written for kindergarten through third grade, it includes bright illustrations that complement its factual information.

Quick Summary

Dive into a sea of surprising shark facts that flip the scary predator image on its head. Kids will be thrilled by the tiny dwarf lantern shark, the massive whale shark, and the wild ways sharks hunt, breathe, and hide. If your kid likes the quick, fact-filled field trips of 'The Magic School Bus', they will love this shark-packed tour. This 1,000-word picture-nonfiction gem is perfect for children ages 5-8 in kindergarten through third grade, especially those reading at a level of four point eight.