Wildlife of the Arctic for Kids will take you on an informative, entertaining, and visually beautiful trip to the Arctic. Learn about polar bears, muskoxen, caribou, Arctic foxes and many other fascinating Arctic mammals, as well as interesting facts about charismatic loons, ptarmigan cranes, puffins, and snowy owls.
Renowned nature writer and wildlife photographer Wayne Lynch draws upon 40 years of Arctic experience to create this stunning wildlife book that will appeal to all ages. Read it to your children, or encourage them to read it themselves. This book will surely ignite your interest in this threatened global ecosystem.
Wayne Lynch is a popular guest lecturer and an award—winning science writer. His books cover a wide range of subjects including the biology and behavior of owls, penguins and northern bears; arctic, boreal and grassland ecology; and the lives of prairie birds and mountain wildlife. He is a fellow of the internationally recognized Explorers Club —— a select group of scientists, eminent explorers and distinguished persons, noteworthy for their contributions to world knowledge and exploration. He is the co—author of the acclaimed Nature Babies series.
"With impressive images and intriguing facts, Wildlife of the Arctic for Kids will give readers an informative look at a key ecosystem. Knowing more about the Arctic's wildlife treasures will help to raise concern for the impacts of threats the region faces.
Highly Recommended"
— CM Magazine
"Stunning full-page photographs give readers a close-up look at the mammals and birds that live in the tundra, coastal cliffs and wetlands of the Arctic. Children will learn about bears, caribou, foxes, wolverines, seals and whales to name a few, along with the many birds that also live in this habitat. With fast facts, and sidebars, this wonderful guide will take you on a journey into a fascinating ecosystem."
— Calgary Herald
"Wildlife of the Arctic for Kids takes the reader on an interesting and informative trip through the Arctic. Many Arctic mammals are discussed including bears, wolves, foxes, caribou, weasels, hares, and others. Arctic birds such as loons, cranes, puffins, snowy owls and more are also featured with Interesting facts. Lynch is very thorough with beautiful pictures and easy to understand facts. His love of the Arctic is evident. Although it is not a quick read, it is well worth the time."
— Kiss the Book Blog
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