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OverviewIn I Am an Emperor Penguin: Keeping My Egg Warm in the Winter Dark, part of the I Am a Wild Bird series by Kimberlee Everson, young readers step into the Antarctic night with Mako, a devoted emperor penguin father. As he balances his single egg on his feet beneath a warm brood pouch, a child at home mirrors his careful steps, inviting kids to imagine the polar world from their own cozy spaces. Told with tender, sensory language, this gentle story traces Mako's journey from proud vigilance to lonely worry and back to deep relief when his mate returns. Children see how penguin fathers huddle against fierce winds, shuffle toe by toe so no egg slips, listen for familiar voices in a vast colony, and share the joy of a safely hatched chick. Back matter offers clear, engaging facts for curious minds: how emperor penguins don't build nests, why fathers incubate the egg in winter, how huddles rotate, what a brood pouch is, and the amazing depths these birds can dive. A warm read-aloud for ages 5-10 that blends wonder, real science, and the quiet courage of caring for something small. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Kimberlee EversonPublisher: Independently Published Imprint: Independently Published Dimensions: Width: 21.60cm , Height: 0.20cm , Length: 21.60cm Weight: 0.109kg ISBN: 9798258790064Pages: 36 Publication Date: 24 April 2026 Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Available To Order We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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