First published 2001
Ms. Frizzle leads her students on what should be a routine aquarium visit. Instead, the class finds themselves transported into the ocean depths, where they face a terrifying encounter with a great white shark. The students must use their wits to escape the predator's deadly jaws while navigating the underwater world. As they struggle to survive, Ms. Frizzle turns their dangerous situation into an educational opportunity. She teaches them about various shark species they encounter, from the bizarre goblin shark to the gentle whale shark and the camouflaged angel shark. The children learn that sharks come in many forms, each adapted to their environment in remarkable ways. Through this harrowing adventure, the class discovers that knowledge can be their greatest tool for survival, and that even the most frightening creatures have their place in the natural world.
Genres: fiction, science-fiction, animals, adventure, education
Vibes: educational, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, survival
Setting: Ocean
86 pages · Paperback · Scholastic