Giant Squid: Mystery of the Deep

by Jennifer Dussling

Book Overview

Talk about a BIG catch! The 25-foot squid hauled in by a fishing boat off the coast of New Zealand in December 1997 was one of the most amazing stories of that year! Here's a fascinating look at the giant squid, cephalopods in general, and the implications of this extra-ordinary discovery--written in conjunction with The American Museum of Natural History.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0448419955
• ISBN13: 9780448419954
• Release Date: September 1999
• Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.9" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 6 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 3

Customer Reviews

great introduction to giant squids

if you child loves giant squids but does not know much about it, this is a great introduction, full of facts. if you child does not know about giant squid, and you want to introduce deep sea life and this mysterious creature, then this book is perfect. it is fun and engaging. It has all the basic facts and is entertaining. I think this is best for 5/6 year old children.

Squid lovers

My kid is 5 and he loves this book. Excellent for squid lovers. Good facts and great pictures.

the giant squid (a review)

this book is excellent to describe a giant squid the mystery of the deep.with facts and info its excellent to describe it. i love evry thing about it you dont get better than this! WELL DONE JENNIFER DUSSLING!