Sand Sharks
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2010 · Est. 9 min read

Sand Sharks

By Heidi Mathea

Part of the Sharks series

A detailed exploration of sand sharks, covering their biology, behavior, habitat, and relationship with humans.

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24 pages· 1,053 words· Est. 9 min read
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Uncover the mysteries of the sand shark, a formidable ocean predator. Discover its unique features, from pointy teeth to a lateral line, and learn how it navigates threats. With vivid photos and detailed maps, this book reveals the sand shark's diet, habitat, and life cycle. What makes this hunter so elusive? Dive in to find out.

From the publisher

Dive into the underwater world of the sand shark! This book’s large, up-close photographs will impress readers as they learn about the sand shark’s size, appearance, and special features, such as its pointy teeth and oblong tail. A labeled diagram gives readers a full-body view of this scary-looking fish. The sand shark’s diet, life cycle, and habitat are also introduced, and a colorful map shows where sand sharks live. Readers will also learn about the sand shark’s special senses such as its lateral line, and how this tricky hunter uses them to outlast humans and other threats. A facts page, bolded glossary terms, and an index supplement the easy-to-read chapter text. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

At a glance
Format
Library Binding
Pages
24
Words
1,053
Reading age
8–11
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~631L
Themes & topics
Books about sharksBooks about ecosystemsBooks about wildlifeBooks about fishBooks about marine life
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.1
F&P level
~O
Scholastic level
P
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
139364
Publication
Published
September 1, 2010
Publisher
Abdo Group
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781616134280

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