Swim at your own risk! This 'Yikes!'-inducing book uncovers tons of interesting-but-gross facts about aquatic life, from plankton and bacteria to blood-sucking lampreys. Kids love gross things--the ickier, the better! These unsightly topics can be great avenues for teaching kids about their bodies and the world around them. Our Icky, Sticky, Gross-Out Books tap into kids' fascination with all things gross by presenting plenty of facts about some revolting (yet kid-approved) topics. This series ranks high on the 'Eewww' scale and is sure to be a hit--and a great learning experience! Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.
