Animals Robert Scott Saw: An Adventure in Antarctica

When your child is captivated by real-life adventurers and the wild animals they encounter, this book is a perfect choice. It recounts the historic, and ultimately tragic, Antarctic expedition of Robert Scott, but frames it through a lens of scientific discovery, focusing on the animals his team documented. It beautifully blends historical photographs, journal entries, and illustrations to explore themes of curiosity, wonder, and the incredible perseverance required to explore one of Earth's harshest environments. For ages 7 to 10, it's an excellent way to introduce a significant historical event, making it tangible and exciting by centering the story on the wildlife the explorers studied.