The Adventures of Captain Polo - by Alan J Hesse (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br><p>Educational, fact-based fiction graphic novel about environment and climate change. </p><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Driven from his melting Arctic home in search of food, Captain Polo once again takes to the ocean in his trusty boat. Little does he know about a hidden stowaway with a secret agenda...<p><br></p><p>"<em>Must read. Fantastically enjoyable graphic novel with an eco-conscious theme - educational and thought-provoking for children and adults alike...[ ]...every bit as enjoyable as other contemporary and classic graphic novels.</em>" - <strong>Reedsy Discovery</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Picking up from the previous books in the series, <em>Pole to Pole</em> sees the now well-seasoned globetrotter Captain Polo back on the ocean waves falling into one adventure after another. After nearly getting flattened by an oil tanker in a melting Arctic sea, Polo explores Siberia and Scandinavia, saves the crew of a nuclear submarine and breaks into a mysterious energy plant in Iceland before getting dragged south to the coast of West Africa by powerful Atlantic Ocean currents. Along the way he meets a variety of colourful characters ranging from a disgruntled Santa Claus to arch-villain Tex Greedyman the oil tycoon, only to finally unmask his secret stowaway when it's too late to turn back. </p><p><strong>Book 4</strong> in this series of <strong>climate change books for kids</strong> takes Captain Polo on another rollicking, funny global journey that uncovers ever more important aspects of global warming, and importantly, also the many ways we can all become part of the solution. The book includes a handy <strong>glossary</strong> referencing some of the more technical terms encountered in the story and as such makes an ideal educational resource at home and in the classroom. </p><p><br></p>Will Captain Polo and his mysterious stowaway make it all the way to the South Pole? Get your copy of <em>Pole to Pole</em> to find out!<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p><em>"Captain Polo's adventures provide a powerful learning tool that raises awareness in a way that's both engaging and enjoyable on a very serious topic that affects us all. I highly recommend this adventure - it is timely and relevant to us all as global citizens." - </em><strong>Dr. Ashton Berry, Global Climate Change Programme Coordinator, BirdLife International.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>"<em>I really liked that the easy to follow storyline created excitement and suspense, whilst also introducing the proper terminology around climate change (words highlighted are found in a glossary at the back), along with some very interesting facts to back up the storyline....</em>" - <strong>Susan Fiddes, Reedsy Discovery</strong></p><p><br></p><p>"<em>What a great concept - the comic book where goodies and baddies have battled it out over time - provides such an easy, engaging and energetic medium to understanding one of the most important issues of our time. I am now better informed...</em>". - <strong>Liz Carlile, Director of Communications, International Institute for Environment and Development.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>"</strong><em>This book combines wonderful illustrations with an equally well-constructed story of Captain Polo and his Penguin friend embroiled with Conor and his gang of ruffians as they journey from Pole to Pole. Captain Polo's adventures are a great way to get your child started on climate literacy.</em>" - <strong>Asha Alexander, Principal and Executive Leader on Climate Change at GEMS Education, Dubai, UAE.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>"<em>This is the fourth in the series and it is a definite must-have, must-read book for children and adults of all ages. A perfect conversation starter in homes and in the classrooms. The Adventures of Captain Polo should be made a mandatory read and part of our education curriculum</em>." - <strong>Argyro Graphy, Goodreads</strong></p><p><br></p><p>"...<em>very good to read with children as they are beginning to learn about climate change - the storyline is so good it doesn't feel like preaching. It's so important for children to understand the problems facing us ...My grandchildren are definitely 'on board' with Polo.</em>" - <strong>Gloria Barnett, Amazon customer (UK)</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>"</strong><em>Mr Hesse does an excellent job of making complex issues intelligible without talking down to the reader. This is a must-read book for kids and adults, especially if you enjoy comics.</em>" - <strong>Adam Thyer, Founder, GreenExecutive.com</strong></p><p><br></p><p>"<em>Results on climate change are shown but not in a scary way. The book is very educational. Sea-level rise is explained. Carbon and energy is discussed. Solar power is shown and described. And it's all done in a very enjoyable way.</em>" - <strong>Shawn Oueinstein, Goodreads reader</strong></p><br>
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