The Great Shark Escape

The Great Shark Escape by Jennifer Johnston is a reissue published by Scholastic Inc. in 2001, featuring 96 pages in English. This engaging book follows a class trip to the aquarium that unexpectedly leads to an adventure in the ocean, where the students must navigate their way out of a perilous encounter with a great white shark. Throughout their journey, Ms. Frizzle educates the class about various shark species, including the goblin shark, angel shark, and the enormous whale shark.

Readers will find a blend of juvenile nonfiction and fiction elements, making it suitable for intermediate readers. The narrative combines educational content about marine life with an adventurous storyline, enhanced by illustrations that bring the underwater world to life. This book serves as an informative resource while also providing an entertaining escape into the ocean’s depths.