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Dive into one of Earth's most extreme environments and discover the unforgettable story of the walrus - an Arctic giant built for survival, exploration, and adaptation. This teacher-created book, Walrus Journey: Migration, Survival, and the Changing Arctic Ecosystem, takes readers ages 7 to adult on a thrilling expedition across frozen coastlines, drifting sea ice, and deep ocean waters to learn about these marine mammals. With rich, engaging nonfiction perfect for classrooms, homeschool, and wildlife enthusiasts, this book reveals how Pacific and Atlantic walruses live, migrate, eat, raise their young, and respond to a rapidly shifting Arctic world due to climate change. Inside this STEM-aligned book filled with real-life colorful images, readers will discover: Why walruses migrate and how their massive herds navigate the Arctic ecosystem How Pacific and Atlantic walruses differ - and how they thrive The secrets of survival: tusks, whiskers, blubber, flippers, and more The walrus family story - from newborn calves to protective mothers How climate change and melting ice are affecting behavior, habitat, and migration routes What scientists learn from tracking, tagging, and listening to walrus calls The walrus in culture, art, and Inuit traditions How kids can help protect Arctic wildlife Plus, readers can jump into hands-on STEM activities, like the Blubber Glove Experiment, Building a Mini Ice Floe, Mapping Walrus Migration, and Whisker Detectives. The book also features kid-friendly Citizen Science opportunities that let readers contribute to real research and conservation efforts. Perfect for marine animal lovers, future marine biologists, Arctic explorers, and curious thinkers, this book sparks wonder while encouraging problem-solving, ecological awareness, wildlife conservation, and scientific discovery. Frigid winds and waters. Huge animals. Survival. The Arctic ecosystem is changing - and your journey begins here.

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