Author/Illustrator: William Grill
Publisher: Flying Eye Books, 2014
Ages: 7 and up
Themes: Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton, explorers, Antarctica
Opening: Introduction: Born on 15 February 1874, Shackleton was the second of ten children.
Summary: (from my library’s catalog) Presents a visual narrative of Ernest Shackleton’s voyage to Antarctica during which his ship, the Endurance, became trapped in ice, forcing the crew on a desperate trek to seek rescue.
I like this book because: it’s GORGEOUS and just the kind of book I would have wanted as a kid – glorious, expansive spreads illustrated with my favorite energy-yielding media – pencils! Oh, and lists, more lists, and maps! I can’t say why, but some of the images are less crisp than others, and that was a little disappointing, but no matter – they bedazzle so much you still feel a chill!
Resources/activities: great read for any unit on exploration; track the journey on a class room map with yarn; more activities on the Endurance Voyage from PBS Nova Teachers – HERE
More PPBF picks on Susanna Hill’s blog – HERE
Looks like a great one, Julie! My son would have loved this when he was 7!
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He might still enjoy it!
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Can’t wait to read this!
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Looks like a really great book! I think my son would like this one. Will add it to my list. Great review, Julie!
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And save some of the movies for later!
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I love this book. I love Flying Eye books ingeneral. They consistently publish GREAT! innovative illustrated books. Thanks for showing off this one!
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They DO, Joy!
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I’ve had my eye on this one for some time, but haven’t gotten to it for some reason. I thought for sure that the Mom Person would be grabbing it up because she loves all things to do with explorations and especially of Antarctica. Maybe this will inspire her to get moving! Thanks for sharing!
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Psst – there are dogs in this one too!
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Yes, but I fear that they had an unhappy ending. 😦
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Yes…
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You sure know how to pick them, Julie. Really like that the story is being told, and the illustrations are stunning. My first introduction to a Flying Eye Book — will check them out.
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You won’t be disappointed, Patricia!
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Flying Eye is a new name to me, too. I need to get a hold of this as I love this history.
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Pronto!
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I love the actual story of Shackleton, and these illustrations look marvelous! Great choice! I’ll go check it out! 😀
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Shackleton has a lot of true fans!
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I put this one on hold at the library. I think kiddo and his dad will enjoy this one. Looks gorgeous.
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Might be a bit too old for him text-wise, but E will enjoy the pictures
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