Books About Arctic Animals

The Best Arctic Animals Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about arctic animals? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Arctic Animals

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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2013

Polar Bears

By Laura Marsh, National Geographic Kids · National Geographic Readers series

Discover the secrets of polar bears and their icy world under threat from warming seas.

32 pages· 744 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

4.2 Goodreads · 254 ratings

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Summary: Explore the icy realm of polar bears, majestic rulers of the Arctic. Dive into their world as they navigate chilling waters, nurture their young, and face the looming threat of global warming. This captivating journey reveals fascinating facts about their behavior and environment, sparking curiosity about their survival in a changing world. Will these majestic creatures endure the challenges ahead?

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$1697

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

The Polar Bear

Discover the majestic world of polar bears through captivating storytelling.

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (2016)

48 pages· 1,622 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud

4.3 Goodreads · 479 ratings

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Summary: Embark on a journey into the icy realm of polar bears, where each page reveals the majestic beauty and survival challenges of these magnificent creatures. Through vivid illustrations and engaging narrative, uncover the secrets of their Arctic world. What mysteries lie beneath the snow and ice?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

The Very, Very Far North

By Dan Bar-el, Kelly Pousette (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the The Very, Very Far North series

A curious polar bear seeks belonging among quirky arctic friends.

288 pages· 33,232 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 2,797 ratings

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Summary: In the Very, Very Far North, Duane, a curious polar bear, embarks on adventures with his new friends. From the bossy puffin Major Puff to the shy caribou Boo, each encounter brings joy and challenges. As Duane navigates this icy world, he learns about friendship and finding his place. What discoveries await in this whimsical arctic tale?

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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2020

A Polar Bear in the Snow

By Mac Barnett, Shawn Harris (Illustrator)

A polar bear awakens from sleep and goes on a journey.

40 pages· 112 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud

4.0 Goodreads · 1,476 ratings

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Summary: A polar bear ventures across icy landscapes and blue seas, encountering Arctic creatures and a human. What drives his mysterious journey? With each page, suspense builds, inviting readers to ponder his destination and purpose. Stunning torn-paper illustrations capture the stark beauty of his world, while the narrative weaves emotion and intrigue. This thought-provoking tale leaves readers questioning long after the bear's journey continues.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2010

Polar Bears

By Mark Newman

Discover the secrets of polar bears, from their surprising fur to their underwater world.

32 pages· 863 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud

4.0 Goodreads · 107 ratings

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Summary: Dive into the icy realm of polar bears, where fur isn't what it seems, and twins are the norm. Explore their majestic lives on land and beneath the waves, captured in breathtaking photographs. Uncover the mysteries of the world's largest bear and be enchanted by playful cubs and powerful adults. What secrets do these Arctic giants hold?

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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2017

Daddy Honk Honk!

By Rosalinde Bonnet

An arctic fox must care for a gosling who thinks he's its dad.

32 pages· 567 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

5.0/7 Bookroo·4.1/5 Goodreads · 299 ratings

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Summary: Aput, an arctic fox, stumbles upon a goose egg and soon finds himself the unwitting father of a gosling. As the gosling mistakes him for its dad, Aput embarks on a journey to find it a home. With each step, he learns the true essence of parenthood and the power of love, aided by his tundra friends. Can Aput embrace his new role and give the gosling what it truly needs?

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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 1992

Lars and the Brave Little Hare

By Hans de Beer, J. Alison James (Translator) · Little Polar Bear series

A polar bear and a hare face icy dangers, testing courage and friendship.

32 pages· 998 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud

3.9 Goodreads · 439 ratings

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Summary: At the North Pole, Lars, a playful polar bear, hears a cry from Hugo, a timid hare trapped in ice. As they bond, Lars teases Hugo's fear, but when Lars finds himself in peril, it's Hugo's turn to prove his bravery. Can the unlikely duo overcome their differences and save the day? Discover a heartwarming tale of friendship and courage in the frozen wilderness.

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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2013

Polar Bear Morning

By Lauren Thompson, Stephen Savage (Illustrator)

A polar bear cub discovers a mysterious snowy friend in the Arctic.

32 pages· 229 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud

3.3 Goodreads · 485 ratings

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Summary: In the Arctic's crisp morning light, a curious polar bear cub ventures from her den, drawn by distant seagull calls. Her world changes when a snowy figure tumbles into view. Is it friend or foe? This enchanting tale of discovery and friendship unfolds with each step the cub takes, inviting readers to explore the wonders of new connections in a frosty landscape.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001

Follow the Polar Bears

By Sonia Black, Turi Maccombie (Illustrator)

Follow twin polar bear cubs from birth to independence.

32 pages· 256 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud

3.9 Goodreads · 54 ratings

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Summary: Witness the journey of twin polar bear cubs as they navigate the icy wilderness from their first steps to the moment they venture out alone. Will they survive the challenges of the Arctic and find their own paths?

Picture Book · 2007

Powerful Polar Bears

By Elizabeth Bennett · Science Vocabulary Readers series

Discover how polar bears thrive in the harsh Arctic.

24 pages· 697 words

3.9 Goodreads · 28 ratings

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Summary: Explore the fascinating world of polar bears as they navigate the icy Arctic. Learn about their unique adaptations, survival strategies, and the challenges they face in their frozen habitat. What secrets do these majestic creatures hold?

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