Narwhal: The Arctic Unicorn by Jo Weaver, Justin Anderson
Published by Candlewick Press on October 18, 2022
ISBN: 1536225126
Pages: 32
Genres: Animals
Format: Picture Book Nonfiction
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This is a story of narwhals and their seasonal migrations. It is a picture book, but each page contains additional information about narwhals and their ecology. The story takes the reader through some of the challenges narwhals experience on their migrations — predators, shifting sea ice, etc. Near the end of the book, climate change and the effects on the narwhals is mentioned. The end pages include an index, and further information on the future for narwhals as well as a list of additional resources. The mixed media illustrations are dark, perfect for depicting the narwhal’s cold, underwater habitat. Recommended for one-on-one reading with ocean enthusiasts ages 4 and up.

Reviewed by Jessie Trafton, Skidompha Library, Damariscotta, ME