by Jennifer Dussling (Author), Pamela Johnson (Illustrator)
Talk about a BIG catch The 25-foot squid hauled in by a fishing boat off the coast of New Zealand in December 1997 was one of the most amazing stories of that year Here's a fascinating look at the giant squid, cephalopods in general, and the implications of this extra-ordinary discovery--written in conjunction with The American Museum of Natural History.
Back Jacket
The giant squid is one of the world's great mysteries. It lives way down deep in the ocean, far from human eyes. But last year fishermen found one -- it was dead, but it was whole! Now it is at the American Museum of Natural History. What have scientists learned from this amazing creature? Read and find out!
Author Biography
Jennifer Dussling lives in Highland Park, NY.
Number of Pages: 48
Dimensions: 0.3 x 8.8 x 5.9 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: September 13, 1999
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Giant Squid: Mystery of the Deep
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 3.3
Point Value: 0.5
