About this item
Who needs bones to swim the seven seas? Learn all about marine invertebrates, the ocean's amazing boneless animals in this cool Smithsonian reader.Octopuses, clams, sea worms, even coral: they're all marine invertebrates. Having no internal skeleton gives them an interesting shape - not to mention unusual ways of moving around, getting food, and protecting themselves. Fascinating underwater photography and lively, accessible text draw kids into the watery world of these cool ocean creatures.
About the Author
Hiya! I'm Karen -- author, illustrator, science communicator, comic creator, and deep sea diver. My work includes graphic novels and science articles, young adult and middle grade novels, and books about the ocean and animals. You can find out more about me at www.karenromanoyoung.com
And if you see me somewhere, be like the ocean: wave!
