{"product_id":"if-you-went-to-the-bottom-of-the-ocean-9781797226514","title":"If You Went to the Bottom of the Ocean","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn awe-inspiring, deep-sea-themed picture book that explores the mysterious marine life that dwells within and below the waves, all the way to the \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003every\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e bottom of the ocean!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDive into this compelling, content-rich nonfiction picture book and find yourself on an underwater adventure: a marine mission that takes you past reefs, beyond the near-shore sea floor, down, down, down through the sunlight layer, the twilight layer, the midnight zone--\u003ci\u003eall the way \u003c\/i\u003e(as in seven miles!) down to the bottom of the ocean!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep your eyes peeled--if you're lucky, you might see a 400-year-old shark, a dumbo octopus, or . . . a xenophyophore! Layer by layer, you will get to know all of the mysterious sea life that dwells in the deepest depths while finding out just how interconnected--and crucial--the ocean's ecosystems really are.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEDUCATIONAL \u0026amp; EXCITING: Despite covering 70% of our Earth, a mere 20% of our oceans have been explored. What could be more thrilling than an adventure to the bottom of the sea? This book's immersive writing and awe-inspiring illustrations bring mysterious marine creatures to light for young readers, creating an adventurous and learning-rich atmosphere. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eGO-TO GIFT FOR OCEAN LOVERS: This beautifully illustrated sea-themed book is for kids aged 5 to 8 and beyond who are fascinated by science, facts, and the mysteries of the ocean, sharks, fish, mollusks, sea turtles, penguins, seals, squid, jellyfish, and so much more. It makes a gorgeous gift for a birthday or any special occasion. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS: Due to pressing crises like ocean acidification and overfishing, it is vital to promote environmental and ecological awareness in young people. In these pages, children will see--and experience--the interconnectedness of the ocean's layers, and learn how important it is to their survival for sea creatures to maintain connections and balanced relationships in their ecosystems.\u003cp\u003ePerfect for: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKids who love and are interested in the ocean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParents and grandparents of children who want to learn more about the ocean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeachers, educators, and librarians seeking beautiful nonfiction books with STEM content\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone seeking a distinctive gift for an animal- or nature-loving child\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders seeking a picture book that promotes environmental awareness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Brooke McIntyre\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Chronicle Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/05\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 50\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.13lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.26h x 9.37w x 0.40d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781797226514\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAudience:\u003c\/b\u003e Ages 9-12\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e 02\/01\/2026 pg. 65\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e 02\/01\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBulletin of Ctr for Child Bks\u003c\/i\u003e 04\/01\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e 04\/06\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrooke McIntyre \u003c\/b\u003eis a children's book writer and poet who writes to discover. Her favorite subjects are outside, in the natural world--which is also where she prefers to be. Besides running the writing community Inked Voices, Brooke loves to run, garden (plants and oysters) and to be on or in the water. She lives in Virginia with her family. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eGordy Wright \u003c\/b\u003eis a United Kingdom-based illustrator. His illustrations are painted by hand in gouache, ink, and acrylic. His published works include \u003ci\u003eGreat Carrier Reef\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003e Secrets of the Dead\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eBugs: A Skittery, Jittery History\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"Brooke McIntyre \/ Hardcover \/ English","offer_id":48229748048029,"sku":"9781797226514","price":23.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_13436232-12b0-4a44-8478-d269dee6a54e.jpg?v=1778576611","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/if-you-went-to-the-bottom-of-the-ocean-9781797226514","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}