A King Salmon Journey
Author | : Debbie S. Miller |
Publisher | : University of Alaska Press |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2014-08-15 |
ISBN-10 | : 160223230X |
ISBN-13 | : 9781602232303 |
Rating | : 4/5 (0X Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Two thousand miles is a staggering distance for any kind of journey. But imagine making it not by car or even foot—but by fin. That’s what faces Chinook, a female king salmon, as she takes a dramatic trip to safely deliver her eggs. From the Bering Sea, up the Yukon River, and on to the Nisutlin River, A King Salmon Journey takes young readers on an engaging ride through the waters of Alaska and Canada, bringing to life the biology—and mystery—of one of the world’s most popular fish. Based on the story of a real-life Chinook, this beautifully illustrated book deftly combines science with a fast-paced tale of survival and perseverance.