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The Arctic is changing—fast. The once-frozen landscape is melting before our eyes, and the effects can be felt around the world. But the Arctic is also the region we know the least about. Thick ice, extreme cold, and total darkness have always prevented scientists from uncovering its secrets. Until now.
This science-based guide for middle readers follows the 2019 MOSAiC expedition on the largest expedition to the Arctic ever undertaken. On board the Polarstern, a powerful ice-breaker research vessel, more than five hundred scientists from all over the world turned their attention to this mysterious region. Their mission? To let their vessel freeze in the sea ice and drift towards the North Pole in order to study how the Arctic is changing, and how these changes will affect our world.
Mission: Arctic features:
- Filled with photographs from the expedition
- Thrilling facts, illustrations, diagrams, and fact bars about the polar region
- The dangerous conditions the scientists endured, from freezing temperatures to terrifying storms and polar bears
- The important discoveries made on the mission
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Are you ready to embark on an incredible adventure to the mysterious Arctic? Join us on Mission: Arctic, the largest Arctic expedition ever undertaken! This thrilling book is perfect for kids aged 8 to 13 who are eager to discover the secrets hidden in the changing North Pole. Brace yourself for an unforgettable journey as we uncover how one of the world's crucial ecosystems is transforming right before our eyes.
With the Arctic melting at an alarming rate, it's crucial that we understand the impact it has on our planet. The once-frozen landscape is rapidly changing, and the effects are felt around the world. But fear not, as Mission: Arctic is here to enlighten and educate young minds about this captivating region. Packed with stunning photographs from the 2019 MOSAiC expedition, this science-based guide will captivate readers from start to finish.
Imagine being aboard the Polarstern, a powerful ice-breaker research vessel, alongside over five hundred dedicated scientists from all corners of the globe. Their mission was to freeze the vessel in the sea ice and drift towards the North Pole, unveiling the mysteries and studying the changes in the Arctic. Readers will be immersed in the dangerous conditions these brave scientists endured, from bone-chilling temperatures to mighty storms and even encounters with polar bears. It's a true adventure!
Discover the pivotal discoveries made on this extraordinary mission. Through thrilling facts, illustrations, diagrams, and interesting fact bars about the polar region, readers will gain an in-depth understanding of the fragile nature of the Arctic ice. Mission: Arctic reveals the unsettling truth – the Arctic ice is not as permanent as we once believed. The changes observed in the Arctic have far-reaching consequences that affect our entire planet, and it's essential that we pay attention.
If you want to be part of the movement to safeguard our environment and shape our planet's future, then Mission: Arctic is a must-read for you. This book is a wake-up call for young readers, urging them to recognize the significance of this remarkable scientific expedition. Let's ignite curiosity, raise awareness, and take action together. Experience the grandeur and challenges of the Arctic like never before with Mission: Arctic!
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