Ponko and the South Pole

Ponko the penguin and his friend Joey Bear are determined to join an expedition to the South Pole. In Meredith Hooper's picture-book adventure, the pair stow away on a sledge, hoping to be part of the journey. Their plan does not go quite as expected: they become separated from the expedition and must find their way through the unfamiliar Antarctic environment.

The story introduces young readers to the excitement and uncertainty of exploration through two small characters in a vast landscape. As Ponko and Joey Bear travel towards the South Pole, the book brings together friendship, curiosity and the challenges of an icy environment. Jan Ormerod's illustrations help establish the scale and atmosphere of the Antarctic setting, while the narrative gives children a way to imagine what an expedition might involve.

Ponko and the South Pole is suited to children who enjoy animal characters, journeys and stories about faraway places. It can also encourage questions about penguins, Antarctica and the history of exploration. Shared reading offers families an opportunity to talk about planning, teamwork and what it means to venture into an unfamiliar place. The book combines the appeal of a friendly animal adventure with a setting that can lead to further discovery about the polar regions.

Product Details

Author: Meredith Hooper
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Format: Hardcover
Approx. Dimensions: 22 × 27.5 × 0.6 cm
Approx. Weight: 220 g
Language: English
ISBN: 9781845070168
Delivery Time: 5–7 Business Days