The Polar Bear, by Jenni Desmond
Synopsis: A gorgeously illustrated nonfiction book about the polar bear, this is a factually accurate as well as a poetic exploration of polar bear bodies, habits, and habitats. Working in a painterly, expressive way, Jenni Desmond creates landscapes and creatures that are marked by atmosphere and emotion, telling a story about bears that engages the reader’s interest in amazing facts as well as their deep sense of wonder.
Published: November 2016 | ISBN: 978-1592702008 | Ages: 4-8 years
Author’s Homepage: http://www.jennidesmond.com
Author’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/jenedesmondart
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Hardcover Edition: The Polar Bear