My Antarctica : true adventures in the land of mummified seals, space robots, and so much more / G. Neri ; illustrated by Corban Wilkin.
| Author/creator | Neri, Greg author. |
| Other author | Wilkin, Corban, illustrator. |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | First edition. |
| Publication | Somerville, Massachusetts : Candlewick Press, 2024. |
| Copyright Date | ©2024 |
| Description | 92 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 27 x 26 cm |
| Subjects |
| Abstract | "Antarctica is a land of extremes -- the coldest, windiest, highest, and driest place on the planet. It's a world where the sun stays hidden half of the year and where visitors must undergo a week of special training before it's safe to go outside (watch out for lava bombs!). It's also a place of stark beauty, history, and endless scientific research. Join beloved author G. Neri on his long-dreamed-of voyage to the ice, where he taps into his inner child and encounters sea angels, mummified seals, space robots, inquisitive penguins, and so much more. Abundant full-color photographs (many by the author) and annotated comics and illustrations from Corban Wilkin depict an unforgettable stay in a land of baffling mysteries to uncover, epic questions to ponder, and bigger-than-life stories to tell. Robust back matter includes more facts and history, recommended source material, and answers to questions about everything from logistics (how do you sleep?) to cool science (why is Blood Falls red?). This eye-opening, information-packed memoir -- shaped by the author's visits with school groups upon his return--sparkles with his heartfelt journey of discovery." |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (page 90) and index. |
| Interest age level | Ages 7-10 |
| Interest grade level | Grades 2-5 |
| Awards note | American Library Association Notable Children's Books, 2025 |
| Awards note | Booklist Editors' Choice Books for Youth, 2024 |
| Awards note | Bulletin Blue Ribbons Awards. Nonfiction, 2024 |
| Genre/form | Juvenile works. |
| Genre/form | Picture books. |
| Genre/form | Informational works. |
| Genre/form | Illustrated works. |
| Genre/form | Picture books. |
| Genre/form | Informational works. |
| Genre/form | Illustrated works. |
| LCCN | 2023944648 |
| ISBN | 9781536223323 hardback |
| ISBN | 1536223328 hardback |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | TRC Nonfiction | 919.89 N356M | ✔ Available | Place Hold |