Book
Over in the Arctic : where the cold winds blow / by Marianne Berkes ; illustrated by Jill Dubin. --
Record details
- ISBN: 1584691093
- ISBN: 9781584691099
- Physical Description: 1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill., music.
- Edition: 1st ed. --
- Publisher: Nevada City, CA : Dawn Publications, c2008.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Based on the children's tune: Over in the meadow. |
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references. |
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 23.95 |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Animals > Arctic regions > Juvenile fiction. Animals > Infancy > Juvenile fiction. Counting. Counting books. Arctic regions > Juvenile fiction. |
| Genre: | Stories in rhyme. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cookstown Branch | RHY JP Berke | 31681001940121 | PICTURE | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
A counting book in rhyme presents various Arctic animals and their offspring, from a mother polar bear and her "little cub one" to an old father wolf and his "little pups ten." - Baker & Taylor
A counting book in rhyme presents various Arctic animals and their offspring, from a mother polar bear and her "little cub one" to an old father wolf and his "little pups ten." Includes related facts and activities. - Baker & Taylor
Children can learn about the amazingly adaptable animals of the Arctic while they count, clap, and sing to the rhythm of the whimsical children's tune, "Over in the Meadow." Simultaneous. - Sourcebooks Inc.
Howl with a wolf. Honk with a snow goose. Count your way through a frosty world of wonder in this interactive Arctic adventureâwhere learning feels like play and every page invites discovery.
Over in the Arctic takes young readers on a rhythmic journey through the frozen North, introducing real Arctic animals through playful rhyme and movement. Set to the tune of "Over in the Meadow," this engaging picture book encourages children to sing, count, and act along as they meet snowy owls, walruses, Arctic foxes, and more.
With richly textured cut-paper collage illustrations by Jill Dubin and verses by award-winning educator Marianne Berkes, each page invites kids to mimic animal sounds and spot hidden wildlife. The result is an immersive read-aloud that builds early math skills, inspires environmental curiosity, and sparks joyful participation.
Loved by teachers and parents alike, this book is ideal for preschool and kindergarten classrooms, winter-themed reading, and STEM-based learning. It includes music, hidden pictures, and backmatter filled with Arctic facts and art ideas to extend the fun and learning.
Perfect for:
- Preschool read-alouds and nature-themed story times
- Teaching counting, animal recognition, and movement
- Parents and educators seeking interactive STEM picture books
- Fans of Over in the Ocean and nature-based rhyme books
A delightful blend of music, learning, and Arctic magicâOver in the Arctic is a winter favorite you'll return to again and again.
