Ice Journey of the Polar Bear by Lou Baker-Smith, Martin Jenkins
ISBN: 1536235717
Genres: Non-Fiction
Format: Picture Book Nonfiction
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Ice Journey of the Polar Bear

Written by Martin Jenkins, Illustrated by Lou Baker-Smith

 

This nonfiction picture book, written by a conservation biologist, follows the journey of an arctic polar bear as she navigates the many challenges of climate change and motherhood. The ending offers an ominous warning, which makes the reader question how (or if) the bears will survive. A few suggestions for families to help the environment are included. While the book avoids being preachy and blameful, it invites discussion about the harmful effects of climate change around the world as well as humans’ responsibility in the warming of the planet.

4 stars

Reviewed by Lindsey Hopkins, Jay-Niles Memorial Library, Jay