Polar Bears

by Mark Newman, Mark Newman (Illustrator)

Overview

Whose fur isn't really white?

Who usually gives birth to twins?

Who's the biggest bear in the world?

The Polar Bear!

Full of fascinating information, this book explores the world of the polar bear on land and under water. Get ready to be wooed by adorable baby cubs and impressed by majestic adult bears captured in stunning photographs by renowned wildlife photographer Mark Newman.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781250069559
Publisher:	Square Fish
Publication date:	11/17/2015
Edition description:	First Edition
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	635,469
Product dimensions:	8.20(w) x 10.80(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	4 - 8 Years

About the Author

Mark Newman's work has appeared in most major publications, including Newsweek, National Geographic, and Life. He has provided photos for two books published by Facts on File; Polar Bears is his first book for children. He lives in Anchorage, Alaska.

Editorial Reviews

Newman adeptly balances photographs and text to introduce these animals to young readers. . . . a solid choice for collections in need of a basic, well-designed overview of their lives in the wild.” —School Library Journal

From the Publisher

PreS-Gr 3—Newman adeptly balances photographs and text to introduce these animals to young readers. Each spread features one large photo and one or two smaller shots of the Arctic giants. Simple sentences in large print focus on the major concepts illustrated ("Polar bears are twins." "Polar Bears are not really white."). Additional information is contained in an accompanying paragraph. Consequently, the book can be shared with children of different ages and interest levels. Essential facts about physical characteristics, life cycle, habitat, survival skills, and environmental threats are included. After the main text, Newman provides additional facts about the creatures and about his approach to photographing them. While there is no shortage of material about these popular animals, this title is a solid choice for collections in need of a basic, well-designed overview of their lives in the wild.—Kathy Piehl, Minnesota State University, Mankato

School Library Journal