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An Anthology of Aquatic Life (DK Children's Anthologies)

Description:

Dive into the wondrous world of water and discover the stories of more than 100 incredible aquatic lifeforms.

The underwater world is so much bigger than young minds can fathom, and there is always more to learn.
An Anthology of Aquatic Life is a stunning ocean encyclopedia for young readers to explore, with reference pages packed with fascinating information, little learners will be captivated as they discover the facts, stories and myths behind their favourite sea creatures.

From the deepest, widest ocean to the tiniest puddle, this beautiful compendium takes young readers on an enthralling journey through the aquatic world, meeting amazing ocean animals, ingenious plants, and much more along the way. Stunning photography and gorgeous illustrations complement storybook descriptions about each lifeform, and children can uncover hundreds of fascinating facts as they read. Did you know that elephant seals can hold their breath underwater for more than an hour, or that the brown basilisk reptile can run across water? Discover the science of how plants have learnt to live, feed, and breathe in water, and take a look at the unique challenges of distinct ecosystems on feature spreads about rivers, lakes, wetlands, and more.

Celebrate your child’s curiosity as they:
  • Explore detailed photographs and striking illustrations of nature in action
  • Reveal fun facts and myths about how a range of animals and plants adapt to their environments
  • Uncover more than 100 aquatic lifeforms, each with stunning images and captivating information.
This ocean encyclopedia for children is the perfect blend of storybook-style text with out-of-this-world illustrations which makes it a fantastic marine biology book for children who are obsessed with the underwater world, whether that’s sharks or bioluminescent fish. Encourage young readers to go on a journey to explore a world of information, making this the ideal first reference book for kids aged 7-9 to enjoy for hours on end, whether reading with the family or reading alone, this fun ocean fact book also doubles up as the perfect gift for curious kids who love to learn.

Explore the diversity of the ocean whilst uncovering:
  • Stunning jacket detail: gold foil, holographic foil & metallic gold edges
  • Stunning photography & illustrations inside
  • A beautiful book for the whole family to treasure
  • A quality gift to be passed down through the generations
More in the Series
Anthology of Aquatic Animals is part of the beautiful and informative Anthology series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore the natural world with The Wonders of Nature or let them walk with the dinosaurs who ruled the earth before them in Dinosaurs and Other Prehistoric Life.


Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Sam Hume is a wildlife filmmaker, whose work has featured on the BBC (Springwatch, Big Blue Live), Apple TV+ (Tiny World) and ITV (A Year On Planet Earth (in production). He studied Zoology at St. Andrews University, where he was the senior aquarist of the local aquarium—training harbor seals and managing captive breeding of thornback rays. Today, Sam lives in Somerset with his wife and a large menagerie of strange animals (including two daughters). This is his first book for children.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful and sharp photographs and illustrations of very unique aquatic creatures.

M.F.T. · November 2, 2022

The media could not be loaded. This is the latest in the series and our children of different ages have enjoyed each one. It's been fun hearing them share what they learn and interests them from this set.The illustrations and pictures are beautiful. There is typically a full page with a picture while the opposite page has details about the subject. Just enough interesting information to not overwhelm younger readers, while still providing plenty of details for the older ones.There are many creatures and plants discussed in the book that I've never heard of. I feel I've learned the most out of this book compared to the rest of the set, but likely because I don't know as much about aquatic life in general compared to what the other books cover.A genuine delight to flip through and learn from.

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully executed book

H.W. · August 7, 2025

One of the most visually beautiful nature books for children I have ever had the pleasure to own. My 3 year old absolutely loves it as well as my 7 yr old niece. A definite gem in any childrens library that will bring joy and fascination to any child or adult that owns it.

5.0 out of 5 stars Keepsake nature book. Great gift

j.b. · July 18, 2025

Got this for my nature loving nephew. He loved all the bright colors and wildlife information. The illustrations were beautifully colored and detailed. Great gift and a keepsake.Great price, good quality

5.0 out of 5 stars My daughter's favorite bedtime book.

M. · September 1, 2025

Bought this for my daughter's birthday. She loves it! We read 2-3 animals every night. Love the pictures in the book. We then purchased the rest of the book in the series as well.

5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting facts.

N.B. · June 24, 2025

This is such a beautiful book. Bought this for my 7 year old son,and we read each page together and he really enjoyed it. Lots of interesting information on each creature. My son enjoyed learning about each creature while looking at each picture.

5.0 out of 5 stars I can see being used for years

V. · January 1, 2025

This book may be aimed towards children, but I could see this being a book you keep in your library even as you age up to adulthood. It is well made and the descriptions and information is educational but not “dumbed down” for a child s some things seem to be speaking to children if they are stupidly. This book does not do that. The photos are beautiful and great detail to help children fall in love with learning. The pages are coated so they will last well through multiple reads. I have no doubt that the children in my family will enjoy this for years.

5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE These Books

D. · May 21, 2025

Mesmerizing and enchanting book. My 4th and 5th grade boys LOVE these books. The facts are interesting and memorable and the artwork is exceptional. Fabulous collection!

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent condition

c. · July 8, 2025

Beautiful book. Excellent condition.

Book corners were very damaged

L.A. · July 17, 2023

Unfortunately the book corners were very damaged when I unpacked the book, I was unable to give it as a gift as planned.

Perfect!!!

M. · October 13, 2025

This is a beautifully illustrated book for teenagers who are fascinated by the ocean. If your child loves facts, illustrations, and marine life, this book is an incredible adventure for young minds. It allows them to dive under the water and experience the magic of the oceans. Highly recommended! The hardcover and stunning illustrations invite young readers into the enchanting world of sea creatures, coral reefs, and even the mysterious depths.

Arrived damaged

F.D. · August 31, 2023

Really disappointed because this was a birthday gift for my daughter, and it came damaged straight out of the box. If it wasn’t so difficult to return items in Portugal, I would ship it back.The book itself is great, with pictures as well as cute drawings.

Muito bom

R. · March 14, 2024

Livro rico em ilustrações e conteúdo bem didático para os mais jovens. Excelente qualidade gráfica.

Muy bueno

M.O.Y. · July 30, 2025

Me encantó el libro hermoso

An Anthology of Aquatic Life (DK Children's Anthologies)

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An Anthology of Aquatic Life (DK Children's Anthologies)

Product ID: U0744059828
Condition: New

4.8

(1,174 ratings)
An Anthology of Aquatic Life (DK Children's Anthologies)-0
Type: Hardcover

AED11491

Price includes VAT & Import Duties
Availability: In Stock

Quantity:

|

Order today to get by 7-14 business days

Delivery fee of AED 20. Free for orders above AED 200.

Returns & Warranty policies

Imported From: United States

At BOLO, we work hard to ensure the products you receive are new, genuine, and sourced from reputable suppliers.

BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

Your trust is our top priority, and we are committed to maintaining transparency and integrity in every transaction.

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Unless otherwise stated, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.

BOLO operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of United Arab Emirates. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the UAE will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in United Arab Emirates are listed on our website.

All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Description:

Dive into the wondrous world of water and discover the stories of more than 100 incredible aquatic lifeforms.

The underwater world is so much bigger than young minds can fathom, and there is always more to learn.
An Anthology of Aquatic Life is a stunning ocean encyclopedia for young readers to explore, with reference pages packed with fascinating information, little learners will be captivated as they discover the facts, stories and myths behind their favourite sea creatures.

From the deepest, widest ocean to the tiniest puddle, this beautiful compendium takes young readers on an enthralling journey through the aquatic world, meeting amazing ocean animals, ingenious plants, and much more along the way. Stunning photography and gorgeous illustrations complement storybook descriptions about each lifeform, and children can uncover hundreds of fascinating facts as they read. Did you know that elephant seals can hold their breath underwater for more than an hour, or that the brown basilisk reptile can run across water? Discover the science of how plants have learnt to live, feed, and breathe in water, and take a look at the unique challenges of distinct ecosystems on feature spreads about rivers, lakes, wetlands, and more.

Celebrate your child’s curiosity as they:
  • Explore detailed photographs and striking illustrations of nature in action
  • Reveal fun facts and myths about how a range of animals and plants adapt to their environments
  • Uncover more than 100 aquatic lifeforms, each with stunning images and captivating information.
This ocean encyclopedia for children is the perfect blend of storybook-style text with out-of-this-world illustrations which makes it a fantastic marine biology book for children who are obsessed with the underwater world, whether that’s sharks or bioluminescent fish. Encourage young readers to go on a journey to explore a world of information, making this the ideal first reference book for kids aged 7-9 to enjoy for hours on end, whether reading with the family or reading alone, this fun ocean fact book also doubles up as the perfect gift for curious kids who love to learn.

Explore the diversity of the ocean whilst uncovering:
  • Stunning jacket detail: gold foil, holographic foil & metallic gold edges
  • Stunning photography & illustrations inside
  • A beautiful book for the whole family to treasure
  • A quality gift to be passed down through the generations
More in the Series
Anthology of Aquatic Animals is part of the beautiful and informative Anthology series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore the natural world with The Wonders of Nature or let them walk with the dinosaurs who ruled the earth before them in Dinosaurs and Other Prehistoric Life.


Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Sam Hume is a wildlife filmmaker, whose work has featured on the BBC (Springwatch, Big Blue Live), Apple TV+ (Tiny World) and ITV (A Year On Planet Earth (in production). He studied Zoology at St. Andrews University, where he was the senior aquarist of the local aquarium—training harbor seals and managing captive breeding of thornback rays. Today, Sam lives in Somerset with his wife and a large menagerie of strange animals (including two daughters). This is his first book for children.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful and sharp photographs and illustrations of very unique aquatic creatures.

M.F.T. · November 2, 2022

The media could not be loaded. This is the latest in the series and our children of different ages have enjoyed each one. It's been fun hearing them share what they learn and interests them from this set.The illustrations and pictures are beautiful. There is typically a full page with a picture while the opposite page has details about the subject. Just enough interesting information to not overwhelm younger readers, while still providing plenty of details for the older ones.There are many creatures and plants discussed in the book that I've never heard of. I feel I've learned the most out of this book compared to the rest of the set, but likely because I don't know as much about aquatic life in general compared to what the other books cover.A genuine delight to flip through and learn from.

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully executed book

H.W. · August 7, 2025

One of the most visually beautiful nature books for children I have ever had the pleasure to own. My 3 year old absolutely loves it as well as my 7 yr old niece. A definite gem in any childrens library that will bring joy and fascination to any child or adult that owns it.

5.0 out of 5 stars Keepsake nature book. Great gift

j.b. · July 18, 2025

Got this for my nature loving nephew. He loved all the bright colors and wildlife information. The illustrations were beautifully colored and detailed. Great gift and a keepsake.Great price, good quality

5.0 out of 5 stars My daughter's favorite bedtime book.

M. · September 1, 2025

Bought this for my daughter's birthday. She loves it! We read 2-3 animals every night. Love the pictures in the book. We then purchased the rest of the book in the series as well.

5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting facts.

N.B. · June 24, 2025

This is such a beautiful book. Bought this for my 7 year old son,and we read each page together and he really enjoyed it. Lots of interesting information on each creature. My son enjoyed learning about each creature while looking at each picture.

5.0 out of 5 stars I can see being used for years

V. · January 1, 2025

This book may be aimed towards children, but I could see this being a book you keep in your library even as you age up to adulthood. It is well made and the descriptions and information is educational but not “dumbed down” for a child s some things seem to be speaking to children if they are stupidly. This book does not do that. The photos are beautiful and great detail to help children fall in love with learning. The pages are coated so they will last well through multiple reads. I have no doubt that the children in my family will enjoy this for years.

5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE These Books

D. · May 21, 2025

Mesmerizing and enchanting book. My 4th and 5th grade boys LOVE these books. The facts are interesting and memorable and the artwork is exceptional. Fabulous collection!

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent condition

c. · July 8, 2025

Beautiful book. Excellent condition.

Book corners were very damaged

L.A. · July 17, 2023

Unfortunately the book corners were very damaged when I unpacked the book, I was unable to give it as a gift as planned.

Perfect!!!

M. · October 13, 2025

This is a beautifully illustrated book for teenagers who are fascinated by the ocean. If your child loves facts, illustrations, and marine life, this book is an incredible adventure for young minds. It allows them to dive under the water and experience the magic of the oceans. Highly recommended! The hardcover and stunning illustrations invite young readers into the enchanting world of sea creatures, coral reefs, and even the mysterious depths.

Arrived damaged

F.D. · August 31, 2023

Really disappointed because this was a birthday gift for my daughter, and it came damaged straight out of the box. If it wasn’t so difficult to return items in Portugal, I would ship it back.The book itself is great, with pictures as well as cute drawings.

Muito bom

R. · March 14, 2024

Livro rico em ilustrações e conteúdo bem didático para os mais jovens. Excelente qualidade gráfica.

Muy bueno

M.O.Y. · July 30, 2025

Me encantó el libro hermoso

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