Land of Light and Ice: Discovering the Tundra for Kids

By Evan Strale

Step into one of the most extreme and extraordinary places on Earth-a frozen world that never stops changing. From icy winds that shape the land to bright bursts of summer when the sun never sets, this book takes readers on a journey across the tundra, where every creature and plant fights to survive and thrive.

Meet Arctic foxes that change color with the seasons, caribou that travel hundreds of miles each year, and tiny flowers that bloom for just a few short weeks. Discover how the ground stays frozen year-round, what secrets lie hidden beneath the ice, and how people have lived in these frozen regions for thousands of years.

Blending science, adventure, and wonder, this book shows that even in the coldest, harshest corners of the planet, life finds a way. Readers will learn how the tundra helps protect the Earth's climate, how it's being affected by global change, and why it's more important than ever to care for places that seem distant but connect to us all.

Perfect for curious minds and young explorers, this journey through the frozen wilds reveals a world filled with strength, beauty, and balance-and reminds us that the spirit of life can shine brightest in the coldest of places.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GH7KQZHQ
• ISBN13: 9798244153484
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 150 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"