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Discovering Arctic Ecology (Inuktitut)
Published on 17. April 2013
Book
Paperback/Softback
45 pages
978-1-927095-14-0 (ISBN)
Description
The Arctic is not a barren, frigid landscape filled with only ice and snow. It is a complex ecosystem that contains many thriving habitats, each supported by dozens of ecological relationships between plants and animals.
From the many animals that live and hunt at the floe edge, to the hundreds of insects that abound on the summer tundra, this book gives a detailed bird's-eye view of the fascinating ways that animals, plants, and insects co-exist in the Arctic ecosystem.
Written by Mia Pelletier, a biologist and wilderness field researcher, and complete with a glossary to clearly explain biological terms to young readers, this book provides a sound informational basis to understanding the Arctic ecosystem in all its facets.
From the many animals that live and hunt at the floe edge, to the hundreds of insects that abound on the summer tundra, this book gives a detailed bird's-eye view of the fascinating ways that animals, plants, and insects co-exist in the Arctic ecosystem.
Written by Mia Pelletier, a biologist and wilderness field researcher, and complete with a glossary to clearly explain biological terms to young readers, this book provides a sound informational basis to understanding the Arctic ecosystem in all its facets.
Reviews / Votes
"Weaving together information about the land and water, plants and animals, Pelletier provides a clear depiction of an Arctic environment. Unlike some introductions to this part of the world, this account presents a full web of life...A brief but informative look at an extraordinary ecosystem."-Kirkus Reviews "[A] lovely and thought-provoking guide to the Arctic for children and adults alike, and a valuable reference for elementary and middle school children interested in learning about the Arctic."-Curled Up With a Good Kid's BookMore details
Edition
Inuktitut Edition
Language
Other
Place of publication
Toronto
Canada
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From Fourth Grade to Sixth Grade, Reading Age: From 9 to 12 years, Interest Age: From 9 to 12 years
Product notice
Picture book
Illustrations
Illustrations, color
Dimensions
Height: 210 mm
Width: 260 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
132 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-927095-14-0 (9781927095140)
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Persons
Mia Pelletier grew up exploring the lakes and forests of the Canadian Shield. Drawn to shorelines and wild places, Mia studied ecology and lived in California and the Magdalen Islands before moving to Baffin Island, Nunavut, in 2010. In Nunavut, she works with Arctic seabirds and with Inuit on the co-management of protected areas. Mia enjoys exploring the Arctic tundra and learning about the fascinating plants, animals, and people that call this region home.
Sara Otterstaetter studied illustration and graphic design at the University for Applied Studies in Muenster, Germany. Since 2007, she has been working as a freelance illustrator for German and international publishing houses.
Sara Otterstaetter studied illustration and graphic design at the University for Applied Studies in Muenster, Germany. Since 2007, she has been working as a freelance illustrator for German and international publishing houses.