If Polar Bears Disappeared

Description

A beautifully illustrated narrative non-fiction picture book that imagines the consequences of a world without polar bears The Arctic is home to many different kinds of animals. They can be strong like a walrus, tough like a lemming and sometimes hard to see like a polar bear. But now their habitat is melting at an alarming rate. As the Arctic ice melts, polar bears are threatened with extinction. What are the terrible consequences if polar bears truly disappeared? Artist and writer Lily Williams explores how such a loss would affect other environments and animals across the planet in this clever, gorgeous book demonstrating the vital importance of polar bears. A stunning picture book for children age 5 and up, and a perfect introduction to the themes of climate change, conservation and the importance of ecosystems.

Lily Williams grew up in Northern California. She received her B.F.A. with high distinction from California College of the Arts. Lily seeks to inspire change, engage audiences, and educate people of all ages with her artwork. Her work can be seen in film, books, and on the web.

An interesting concept - but why is it important? The point being made is that the disappearance of polar bears would herald singificant changes in our world. The Arctic is home to many different kinds of animals and now their habitat is melting at an alarming rate. As the Arctic ice melts, polar bears are threatened with extinction. What are the terrible consequences if polar bears truly disappeared? Outstanding artwork by artist and writer Lily Williams explores how such a loss would affect other environments and animals across the planet . It's a book to make children think about climate change, conservation and the importance of ecosystems. * Parents In Touch *