My Encyclopedia of Very Important Oceans

This exciting introduction to oceans is brimming with curious marine creatures, beautiful deep-sea homes, and incredible adventures.

Travel back in time to meet plundering pirates and fearless sea explorers, then get up close with majestic sharks and playful penguins in this encyclopedia for children aged 5-9.

My Encyclopedia of Very Important Oceans introduces kids to the incredible underwater wonders that coexist with us on Earth and the importance of ocean conservation. From diving dolphins and vibrant coral reefs to meeting the brilliant scientists that protect our marine world, this book is the ideal guide for young, curious minds eager to learn all about our blue planet.

This children’s ocean encyclopedia offers:

• An immersive learning experience combining fun, friendly, and accessible text with bright illustrations and photography.
• An exciting reissue of a bestselling book in the award-winning My Encyclopedia of Very Important... series.
• Chapters on: sea animals, the underwater environment, ocean life, and much more.

This children’s encyclopedia blends striking photography with lively text for early learners to explore the watery world. This makes it the ideal first reference book for kids aged 5-9 for hours of enjoyment, whether for shared reading at bedtime or for reading alone. Filled with fun facts and colorful illustrations, My Encyclopedia of Very Important Oceans will ignite a lifelong love of the ocean and inspire young readers to become avid ocean explorers.

More in the Series

My Encyclopedia of Very Important Oceans is part of the educational My Very Important Encyclopedia series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity with My Encyclopedia of Very Important Animals, explore magical stories from around the world with Very Important Myths and Legends, or let them walk with the dinosaurs who once ruled the earth in Very Important Dinosaurs.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs