North: The Greatest Animal Journey on Earth

By Nick Dowson

Book Overview

A passionate nature lover and a renowned artist trace the awe-inspiring spring migration of millions of creatures to the Arctic--the greatest journey on Earth. At the top of our world is a huge wild place called the Arctic. In the winter, it is a cold and barren land, where few animals can survive. But when spring comes, it brings with it animals from every corner of the earth. Gray whales, white cranes, wolves, and caribou begin their migrations as the snow melts, gradually making the long journey north. Once they reach their destination, they will raise their young, feast on the lush Arctic tundra, and bask in the sunlight that lasts all summer. Still, this season too must pass, and by the time winter grips the Arctic once again, the visitors have gone--only to return the following year. This lushly illustrated picture book celebrates the cyclical nature of the seasons, showcasing the barren and beautiful landscapes of the Arctic Circle and reminding the reader of the hardships and harmony of life in the wild.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0763652717
• ISBN13: 9780763652715
• Release Date: November 2011
• Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 1.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 10.1" x 11.6"
• Age Range: 7 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 5