Survival Tails: Endurance in Antarctica

This action-packed chapter book, the second in the "Survival Tails" series, plunges young readers into the true story of Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated Endurance expedition to Antarctica, told from the perspective of his loyal sled dogs, Samson and Bummer. When their ship becomes trapped in the unforgiving sea ice, the dogs must set aside their individual fears and ambitions to work together, not only for their own survival but also to help their human companions. The narrative blends historical facts with an engaging animal adventure, making a challenging real-life event accessible and exciting for children aged 7-11. It features engaging nonfiction back matter to deepen understanding of the historical context.

When loyal dog Mutt discovers that his owner and best friend Alice is set to board the RMS Titanic without him, he is determined to follow her across the ocean. With the help of King Leon the rat, Mutt sneaks aboard, but it isn't long before the Captain's cat, Clara, discovers the stowaway. Reluctantly, Clara agrees to help Mutt find Alice, on the condition that he help her look after a trio of abandoned kittens she found in a lifeboat. But when the unthinkable happens and the so-called unsinkable ship hits an iceberg, Mutt and his new friends have to race against the clock to reunite with their humans--and to survive.