Get kids thinking with this primer on sky, land, and sea animal migrations.

Did you know Arctic terns migrate farther than any other animal? Gray whales can swim up to 12,000 miles during their migration journeys and Emperor penguins walk about 125 miles over ice to reach their nesting grounds.

Gail Gibbons explores the many reasons why animals migrate, using direct sentences, maps, infographics, and illustrations. Featuring over 30 different species of mammals, birds, reptiles, insects, and fishes, this nonfiction picture book is perfect for aspiring zookeepers and animal-lovers. Fully vetted for accuracy by James Doherty, Curator Emeritus, The New York Zoological Society.

This title is part of the Explore the World . . . with Gail Gibbons series, which promotes active learning, good citizenship, and student leadership.
 
A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year!
According to The Washington Post, Gail Gibbons "has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children's writer-illustrator." The multi award-winning Ms. Gibbons is the author of more than 100 books for young readers, including the bestselling titles From Seed to Plant and Monarch Butterfly. Her many honors include the Regina Medal, the Washington Post/Children's Book Guild Nonfiction Award and the NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book Award. View titles by Gail Gibbons
★ "The text pulses with enthusiasm . . . Gibbons’s encouragement to “get going” is hard to resist. Gibbons makes migration accessible and endlessly fascinating. An excellent addition to collections featuring scientific studies of animal behavior and language arts investigations of how to clearly present information with enthusiasm."School Library Journal, Starred Review
 
"Packing the pages with a plethora of facts, Gibbons details how far each species migrates, why (for food, for a warmer breeding spot, etc.), and related tidbits—what the animals do when they arrive, for example. Children will be absorbed, too, in the pleasingly retro and vividly hued watercolors of the animals and their journeys. Covering whole double-page spreads, the illustrations also feature multiple maps showing each species’ route. A great addition to nonfiction shelves, especially where animal encyclopedias are popular."—Booklist


"A straightforward, wide-ranging survey that should be a welcome addition to the nature shelf."—Kirkus Reviews

"This title will appeal to elementary teachers, students, and readers who are interested saving planet Earth. . . . This is an excellent depiction of the phenomenon of relocation, and the facts provided will fascinate even the most reluctant readers. Included are reasons for migration, migration routes, groups that migrate, and different modes of migration. The illustrations, done with black ink, watercolors, and colored pencils, provide beautiful depictions of each animal and will appeal to all readers. . . . Lovers of nature and casual readers alike will enjoy all the fun facts included in this book. Elementary librarians will definitely want to add this title to their collection."—School Library Connection

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Get kids thinking with this primer on sky, land, and sea animal migrations.

Did you know Arctic terns migrate farther than any other animal? Gray whales can swim up to 12,000 miles during their migration journeys and Emperor penguins walk about 125 miles over ice to reach their nesting grounds.

Gail Gibbons explores the many reasons why animals migrate, using direct sentences, maps, infographics, and illustrations. Featuring over 30 different species of mammals, birds, reptiles, insects, and fishes, this nonfiction picture book is perfect for aspiring zookeepers and animal-lovers. Fully vetted for accuracy by James Doherty, Curator Emeritus, The New York Zoological Society.

This title is part of the Explore the World . . . with Gail Gibbons series, which promotes active learning, good citizenship, and student leadership.
 
A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year!

Author

According to The Washington Post, Gail Gibbons "has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children's writer-illustrator." The multi award-winning Ms. Gibbons is the author of more than 100 books for young readers, including the bestselling titles From Seed to Plant and Monarch Butterfly. Her many honors include the Regina Medal, the Washington Post/Children's Book Guild Nonfiction Award and the NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book Award. View titles by Gail Gibbons

Praise

★ "The text pulses with enthusiasm . . . Gibbons’s encouragement to “get going” is hard to resist. Gibbons makes migration accessible and endlessly fascinating. An excellent addition to collections featuring scientific studies of animal behavior and language arts investigations of how to clearly present information with enthusiasm."School Library Journal, Starred Review
 
"Packing the pages with a plethora of facts, Gibbons details how far each species migrates, why (for food, for a warmer breeding spot, etc.), and related tidbits—what the animals do when they arrive, for example. Children will be absorbed, too, in the pleasingly retro and vividly hued watercolors of the animals and their journeys. Covering whole double-page spreads, the illustrations also feature multiple maps showing each species’ route. A great addition to nonfiction shelves, especially where animal encyclopedias are popular."—Booklist


"A straightforward, wide-ranging survey that should be a welcome addition to the nature shelf."—Kirkus Reviews

"This title will appeal to elementary teachers, students, and readers who are interested saving planet Earth. . . . This is an excellent depiction of the phenomenon of relocation, and the facts provided will fascinate even the most reluctant readers. Included are reasons for migration, migration routes, groups that migrate, and different modes of migration. The illustrations, done with black ink, watercolors, and colored pencils, provide beautiful depictions of each animal and will appeal to all readers. . . . Lovers of nature and casual readers alike will enjoy all the fun facts included in this book. Elementary librarians will definitely want to add this title to their collection."—School Library Connection

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