Polar Animals (Our Wild World)
Wild wild world Series
What’s inside...
A compilation of four books from the Our Wild World series (Caribou, Penguins, Polar Bears, and Seals) featuring the most popular animals from the polar regions, the Arctic and Antarctica. Polar Animals delivers an in-depth look at these amazing animals, while remaining accessible to children. Perfect for older kids seeking information for report writing, and as an introduction to wildlife for new readers.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-10
Length
192 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What are some unique features of polar animals that help them survive in cold environments?
Why do you think teamwork is important for some polar animals, like penguins?
How do the behaviors of polar animals change with the seasons?
What can we do to help protect the habitats of polar animals?
If you could be any polar animal, which one would you choose and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive and animated tones when discussing the animals to make the subject more engaging and fun.
Relate the resilience of polar animals to everyday challenges, helping kids understand the importance of adaptability.
Encourage your child to draw or mimic their favorite polar animal from the book to deepen their connection with the story.
Discuss the importance of environmental conservation and how it relates to the animals' survival, fostering early eco-awareness.
Ask open-ended questions that promote critical thinking and personal connection to the book’s themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Respect for nature
Explanation: Wayne Lynch's 'Polar Animals' instills an admiration and respect for wildlife in young readers by showcasing the vast diversity and beauty of animals living in polar regions.
Real-World Application: Children learn to value and protect the environment around them, fostering responsible behaviors such as recycling and conserving water to protect natural habitats.
Example Lesson: Adaptation and survival
Explanation: The book educates on how polar animals have evolved to thrive in harsh climates, highlighting traits like thick fur and fat layers.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages resilience and adaptability in children, teaching them to adjust to new situations or environments in their own lives.
Example Lesson: Importance of biodiversity
Explanation: Through detailed descriptions and vivid photography, the book illustrates how each animal plays a crucial role in the Arctic and Antarctic ecosystems.
Real-World Application: This can lead children to appreciate the interconnectedness of life and understand why every species matters, guiding them towards actions that support ecosystem sustainability.
Example Lesson: Scientific curiosity
Explanation: Lynch’s detailed observations and scientific insights about polar animals provide a foundation for young readers to appreciate scientific study and research.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to explore, ask questions, and seek knowledge about the natural world, building a foundational interest in science and research.
Example Lesson: Empathy towards animals
Explanation: The depiction of the day-to-day survival challenges faced by polar animals helps build empathy in young readers.
Real-World Application: Children learn to empathize with others' circumstances and challenges, promoting compassionate behavior towards both animals and people.