Travelling Wild: Sailing the Caribbean Islands
Author: Sonya Newland
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Category: Children's, Nature
Age Group: 15+
Book Format: Hardcover
Travelling Wild: Sailing the Caribbean Islands follows a traveller on a fictitious journey by boat around the Caribbean Sea. It uses the information you would consider when planning a trip, such as the weather, climate, dangers and key sights, to present geographical information in a highly accessible and enjoyable way.Discover why the Caribbean is best avoided from June to November (hurricanes!), the different types of shark to watch out for, some deep-sea wonders, the role of mangrove forests, the Caribbean climate, and much, much more. There is a survival aspect to the book, too, with boxes containing tips on how to fend off a shark attack, survive a hurricane and dive safely, among other things. Packed to the brim with colourful, exciting photographs, maps and fascinating facts, the book allows you to explore and discover the incredible Caribbean Islands without leaving your seat!
Table Of Contents
1: The Caribbean Sea
2: Sharks
3: Underwater World
4: Mangroves
5: Whales and Dolphins
6: Rainforests
7: Climate
8: Fish
9: Birds
10: Caribbean Culture
11: The Cayman Trench
12: Coral Reefs
13: Journey's End
About Sonya Newland
Sonya Newland has written and edited many books for children and young people, specialising in science, history and the natural world.
