Description - Magnificent Migration: On Safari with Africa's Last Great Herds by Sy Montgomery
Sibert medalist and National Book Award finalist Sy Montgomery takes readers on a staggering, emotional journey alongside the greatest land migration on the planet earth - that of the wildebeest across the Serengeti - to explore the mystery and wonder of migration in a sweeping story sure to leave its mark. With full colour photography. Sibert medalist Sy Montgomery takes readers on a staggering, emotional journey alongside the greatest land migration on earth - that of the wildebeest across the Serengeti - to provide a you-are-there account of one of nature's most fascinating occurrences. Montgomery explores the wonder of migration, asking questions like, how do migration patterns sculpt the environment? Why do animals migrate? And how do they know where to go? With lyrical prose, abundant facts, and the inclusion of other species who undertake remarkable migrations, Montgomery makes a journey of thousands of miles fly by - but not without leaving its mark. Full colour photography. AGES: 10 plus AUTHOR: Researching films, articles, and 22 books, Sy Montgomery has hiked the Altai Mountains of Mongolia looking for snow leopards, tracked tree kangaroos in Papua New Guinea, and more. A National Book Award finalist, she has also been honored with a Sibert Medal, two Science Book and Film prizes from the National Association for the Advancement of Science, three honorary degrees, and many other awards. SELLING POINTS: . With climate change and human population threatening the integrity of the wildebeest migration, The Magnificent Migration is a call to arms and an exploration of an threatened natural phenomenon. . STEM concepts introduce career-based learning and a field-based approach to observation. . Montgomery's award-winning reputation and evocative writing help her titles to stand out.
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