The Emperor's Egg
School year: Year 1, Year 2
No. of pages 29
Published: 2008
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"The Emperor's Egg" by Martin Jenkins tells the enchanting story of emperor penguins and their remarkable parenting journey. It begins with the female laying a single egg and emphasizes the crucial role of the male penguin in keeping the egg safe and warm during the harsh Antarctic winter. As the father penguin balances the egg on his feet, he endures freezing temperatures and fierce winds, showcasing the dedication and resilience of these remarkable birds. The book beautifully illustrates the challenges and triumphs of penguin parenting, making it a touching tale of love and survival in the wild. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
There are 29 pages in this book. This book was published in 2008 by Candlewick Press (MA) .
Martin Jenkins is an environmental consultant. He has been involved as writer and/or adviser in the production of many technical books on conservation matters, as well as the Walker non-fiction titles Fly Traps! Plants that Bite Back, runner-up for the 1996 TES Junior Information Book Award; and The Emperor's Egg, Winner of the
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Booksellers' Choice Award - Nonfiction
This book was recognised in the Nonfiction category by the Booksellers' Choice Award.
North Carolina Children's Book Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the North Carolina Children's Book Award.
Black-Eyed Susan Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Black-Eyed Susan Award.