Introduces the caribou, describing their physical characteristics, eating habits, and migratory behavior.

Introduces polar bears, describing their physical characteristics, eating habits, hunting behavior, and the threats they face from people and global warming.

"The great grizzly bear is an iconic creature that has long captured people's imaginations. Weighing upward of 800 pounds and standing up to 8 feet tall, these massive beasts are top predators in the tundra. How have they adapted to live in this stark environment? In this educational book, readers will learn about the many challenges grizzly bears face and how they have evolved to meet them. Debunking popular myths about grizzly bears, the informative...

"With their long, shaggy hair and massive 800-pound bodies, musk oxen are built to withstand the cold, harsh conditions of the tundra. Musk oxen are herbivores, able to nourish themselves on the scarce vegetation that grows in this barren landscape. In this book, readers will learn about the musk oxen's adaptations to survive in the Arctic, its behavior, life cycle, and more. Eye-catching photographs bring the information to life and helpful features...

"Trek to the tundra in this title, which examines a tundra biome's important features, plants, and animals and how they all come together to support life."--

"Looking at the small, fluffy Arctic hare, you might be inclined to think it's a delicate creature. In truth, this tough little animal is able to endure the severe conditions of life on the tundra. In this educational book, readers will learn about how Arctic hares have adapted to suit their environment. Able to run at speeds up to 40 miles an hour and dig through the snow to find the woody plants they need to survive, Arctic hares are more resilient...

"Did you know that polar bears have black skin to soak up the sun's heat? Or that their paws are covered in fur to protect them from the cold and keep them from slipping on ice? These are just a few of the many adaptations that have allowed polar bears to survive in the tundra habitat. In this engaging book, readers will learn all about polar bears, their life cycle, behaviors, and role in the ecosystem. Full-color photographs make the information...

They're big, hairy, and yes, they do smell. Introduce your young explorers to the Musk Oxen. These horned plant eaters roam the Arctic tundra looking for food. Musk oxen have horns and a special group formation to protect themselves and their young. Interesting adaptations, including hoofs that help them dig into frozen solid ground, are shared through a fun narrative with fast fact boxes and cool photographs

Describes where tundras are located and what lives in the tundra.

"Introduces pre-readers to simple concepts about snow animals using short sentences and repetition of words"--Provided by publisher.