Glaciers Are Melting!, The
#3 in Earth Systems & Human Activity , Habitats, Physical & Behavioral Adaptation , Weather, Climate, & Seasons Series
What’s inside...
Chicken Little may have thought the sky was falling but Peter Pika is sure the glaciers are melting and is off to talk to the Mountain Monarch about it. Joined along the way by friends Tammy Ptarmigan, Sally Squirrel, Mandy Marmot, and Harry Hare, they all wonder what will happen to them if the glaciers melt. Where will they live, how will they survive? When Wiley Wolverine tries to trick them, can the Mountain Monarch save them? More importantly, can the Mountain Monarch stop the glaciers from melting? The book includes a 4-6 page 'For Creative Minds' educational section, 40-60 pages of cross-curricular teaching activities, and 3 interactive quizzes, all available for free on the book's homepage. eBooks come with features like Auto-Flip, Auto-Read, and selectable English and Spanish text and audio.
Discussion points
What do you think would happen if all the glaciers melted?
Why are glaciers important for our planet?
How do you feel about the animals and people who depend on glaciers?
What are some ways we can help to protect glaciers from melting?
Tip: Role play these questions
Begin the conversation by asking your child what they know about glaciers and why they are essential for our Earth.
Relate the story to current environmental issues and discuss the impact of climate change, in age-appropriate language.
Encourage empathy by discussing the creatures and communities depending on glaciers, linking emotional responses to environmental concern.
Motivate action by brainstorming with your child simple things your family can do to help in the conservation efforts of glaciers.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Environmental Awareness
Explanation: The book illustrates the effects of climate change on glaciers, showing how the melting impacts the environment.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of taking care of our planet, which can encourage eco-friendly practices like recycling and energy conservation at home.
Example Lesson: Empathy Towards Animals
Explanation: As the glaciers melt, the book describes the challenges faced by animals that depend on the icy habitats.
Real-World Application: This can teach children to be considerate and kind towards animals, fostering a sense of responsibility to protect wildlife.
Example Lesson: Importance of Taking Action
Explanation: The book highlights characters who are proactive in responding to environmental changes, demonstrating problem-solving and initiative.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be proactive problem-solvers in daily life, whether that means participating in community clean-ups or other civic duties.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: The characters in the book work together to address the challenges posed by the melting glaciers, highlighting the importance of collaborative effort.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of working with others to achieve a common goal, which can be applied in group projects at school or in community activities.