"We know it's a long journey.
And you will have to travel through
some unfamiliar places.
Hopefully the humans will be
helpful or at least steer clear of you."
Although they live where it is very, very cold, polar bears and penguins have little else in common. In fact, they have likely never met each other. When the South Pole Penguins issue an invitation to the North Pole Polar Bears to a party on December 21, readers are aware that the journey will be long and time-consuming.
The entire story is told in letters sent. Each one offers insights and advice for the polar bears should they choose to make the trip. The penguins explain their climate is warmer than usual. However, the party is on. While the parent penguins keep their unhatched eggs warm and protected, the polar bears set off. Gifts in hand, travel through endless night skies take some time. Meanwhile, the penguins remark that a daytime summer party could last for weeks in a place where the sun is shining continuously.
Unfamiliar places will be the order of the day while traveling. Hopefully, the polar bears will get the help needed to navigate the countless miles. There are a few obstacles and some incredible views as the bears travel southward. Finally, they arrive by ship to a warm and happy welcome. Will the visit go well ... or are the bears hungry after their lengthy journey? One penguin seems to think so.
Marcus Cutler’s detailed digital illustrations add context and help guide young readers through the story. Landmarks give clues to the journey made from the Arctic to Antarctica. Additional facts about both animals, and the poles are provided.
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