I know this is an imagined story about a little nine year old girl who gets to travel to Antarctica with her father on his ship, an ice breaker on its way to Mawson to make the final delivery before the community is cut off, and to deliver some scientists and other wrokers who will spend the winter there. Yet, Alison Lester based the book on her real life experiences and includes much information, about the ship, the animals who live there, what the workers do, and bits about the harsh weather there. During her own voyage, Alison contacted schools all over via e-mail about her trip. Some of the pictures that children sent her are included in the book, along with small sketches that explain some things, photographs that explain others. It’s a “full” book of information given in the text as well as the illustrations. What an adventure to be able to experience such a voyage on the Aurora Australis! Nine year old Sophie accompanies her dad to Antarctica. He is the ship's captain and they are on a mission to replenish the supplies at the station there. Sophie's journey is recorded in her journal/diary complete with facts, photos and original drawings from kids around the world who imagined what Antarctica might look like.An author's note sets the scene and a glossary follows the story. Recommended for grades 3-5.
What do You think about Sophie Scott Goes South (2012)?
Great book about a 9 yr. old that gets to travel to Antarctica with her dad.
—Ash
This is a great book for kids to learn about Antarctica.
—LexiRae25
Fiction: made up protagonistNon-fiction: everything else
—Lucifer4ik
