To the Ice

In "To the Ice," Ida, Max, and Jack play on an ice floe and float away to the polar ice, with only a box, a branch, and some sandwiches. They find an old hut, meet penguins, and see extraordinary things, and come home safe at the end of the day. The book is beautifully produced and perfect for imaginative readers and re-readers, ready to be captivated by a real-life make-believe adventure.

Format: Hardback
Length: 80 pages
Publication date: 01 September 2023
Publisher: Gecko Press

In a captivating tale set amidst the icy wilderness, where reality and imagination intertwine, this book is meticulously illustrated to enthrall newly independent readers.

Ida, Max, and Jack venture to a nearby creek on a winter's day, where they engage in playful antics on an ice floe. Unbeknownst to them, their adventure takes an unexpected turn as they find themselves floating away, propelled by the gentle currents. Their journey leads them to the treacherous polar ice, accompanied by a mere box, a branch, and a few sandwiches.

"You probably don't believe us, and we didn't either, not even while it was happening," Max confesses.

As they explore their new surroundings, they stumble upon an ancient hut, inhabited by friendly penguins. They witness awe-inspiring phenomena and face numerous challenges, testing their resilience and resourcefulness in this extraordinary land of ice and snow.

"What shall we say about where we've been?" Max ponders.

"Tell the truth," I respond. "We don't know."

To the Ice is a remarkable chapter book, crafted with exquisite care, designed to captivate both imaginative readers and those who relish the pleasure of revisiting cherished stories. It is an adventure that will linger in a child's imagination for a lifetime, reminding them of the boundless wonders that await discovery in the world around them.

Translated from the Swedish edition by Julia Marshall, this captivating tale invites readers to embark on a journey of imagination and discovery, where reality and fantasy converge in a breathtaking Arctic adventure.

Weight: 344g
Dimension: 216 x 176 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781776575077