Books that Bring the Ocean to Us

Ocean-Themed Books We Use in Our Homeschool

We are studying marine biology this year in our homeschool. We love learning about the ocean and its creatures. To bring the ocean to life in our house, we incorporate a variety of ocean-themed books into our lessons. These books introduce scientific concepts and foster curiosity and appreciation for the wonders of the sea. Books are a gateway to adventure, offering vivid pictures, stories, and. Whether we’re reading about real-life marine explorers or the amazing creatures in the ocean, each read enriches our understanding.

Our Favorite Ocean Reads

• National Geographic Kids: “Swim, Fish! Explore the Coral Reef” by Susan B. Neuman

• National Geographic Kids: “At the Beach” by Shira Evans

• "The Magic School Bus Presents Sea Creatures” by Tom Jackson

• “Whales: The Gentle Giants” by Joyce Milton

• National Geographic Kids: "Dolphins, Sharks, Penguins, and More!”

• Wild Kratts "Wild Sea Creatures: Sharks, Whales, and Dolphins!” by Martin & Chris Kratt

• “Truth or Lie: Sharks!” by Erica S. Pearl

• "Animal Bites: Sharks” by Ian Boyd

• "Field Guide Sharks” by Henrietta Drane

• Elementary Explorers "Hammerhead Sharks” by Victoria Blakemore

• "Sharks and Other Deadly Ocean Creatures Visual Encyclopedia" by DK

• “Sharks Predators of the Sea” by Anna Claybourne

• "Super Shark Encyclopedia: And Other Creatures of the Deep" by DK

• "Zoobooks: Sharks” by John Bonnett Wexo

• “Sharks” by Beverly McMillan & John A. Musick

• “Discovery: Ultimate Book of Sharks”

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Accessibility

These books are kept on an easy-to-access bookshelf, made available to my kids at any time during the day. While some of the books are purposely integrated into lessons, others are made available for an impromptu read-aloud or to grab and read in a cozy spot.

Beyond the Page: Activities Inspired by Books

After finishing a book, we dive into related activities—crafting the sea creature we read about, writing a report, watching a documentary related to the book topic, or even taking a trip to the shore if we can. The stories our innovative imaginations, making science fun and memorable.

Using ocean-themed books transforms the way we engage with science. Books spark curiosity, build knowledge, and inspire a lifelong fascination with the ocean. Through stories, pictures, and facts, we explore the depths of the ocean together—one page at a time.