Flying Deep

Written by Michelle Cusolito · Illustrated by Nicole Wong

Dive deep with Alvin to uncover ocean mysteries and explore life two miles below the surface.

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32 pages· 697 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· 610L

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Join an Alvin pilot on a thrilling journey two miles beneath the ocean's surface. Experience the challenges of deep-sea exploration, from collecting samples to encountering mysterious marine life. What secrets will the depths reveal? Discover the daily life aboard this famous submersible, including the unique gear and meals required for the mission. As you descend into the unknown, the wonders of the deep sea unfold in vivid detail, inviting you to explore a world few have seen. Will you uncover the secrets hidden in the ocean's depths?

From the publisher

Climb aboard Alvin, the famous deep-sea submersible credited with helping to find the Titanic, and take a trip two miles down to the bottom of the ocean.

Experience a day in the life of an Alvin pilot, diving two miles down to explore the seafloor, collect samples, and conduct research. Along the way, discover what one wears, eats, and talks about during a typical eight-hour trip in a underwater craft, and find out more about the animals that live deep in our oceans.

In expressive, poetic language and gorgeous illustrations, the mysteries of the deep sea are revealed. Backmatter includes an author’s note about researching this book, a glossary, and suggested further reading.

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