Ice Wreck (A Stepping Stone Book) [Paperback]

Lucille Recht Penner (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 5 and up | Grade Level: K and up

A hundred years ago, Ernest Shackleton and his crew set out for the South Pole. They never made it. Within sight of land, the ship ran into dangerous waters filled with chunks of ice. Then the sea froze around them! There was no hope of rescue. Could Shackleton find a way to save himself and his men?
“Well-written and packed with illustrations and photographs, this amazing tale of the will to survive under unthinkable circumstances will amaze kids and keep them glued to every page.”—Dallas Morning News
“Shackleton’s heart-pounding expedition and rescue comes vividly to life in this beginning chapter book.”—Booklist
Lucille Recht Penner is the author of many nonfiction books for kids, including Dinosaur Babies, and Monster Bugs, in Random House’s Step into Reading program. Two of her titles were named Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor Books. The author lives in Tucson, AZ.

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

Gr. 2-4. Shackleton's heart-pounding expedition and rescue comes vividly to life in this beginning chapter book. Each exciting stage in the ordeal is told in simple, descriptive language. The text is filled with interesting facts about Antarctica and survival in an arctic climate, and it creates a solid, heroic portrait of Shackleton. Chapters end with just the right hooks to propel readers forward. Angular paintings by David LaFleur ably illustrate the action and treacherous conditions, but it's the scattered black-and-white photos that will intrigue children most, showing the boat precariously encased in ice and a nice shot of Shackleton himself. Steer more confident readers on to Elizabeth Cody Kimmel's Into the Ice (1999). A fine entry in the Road to Reading series. Gillian Engberg
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A hundred years ago, Ernest Shackleton and his crew set out for the South Pole. They never made it. Within sight of land, the ship ran into dangerous waters filled with chunks of ice. Then the sea froze around them! There was no hope of rescue. Could Shackleton find a way to save himself and his men?
"Well-written and packed with illustrations and photographs, this amazing tale of the will to survive under unthinkable circumstances will amaze kids and keep them glued to every page."—Dallas Morning News
"Shackleton's heart-pounding expedition and rescue comes vividly to life in this beginning chapter book."—Booklist
Lucille Recht Penner is the author of many nonfiction books for kids, including Dinosaur Babies, and Monster Bugs, in Random House's Step into Reading program. Two of her titles were named Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor Books. The author lives in Tucson, AZ.


From the Trade Paperback edition. --This text refers to the Library Binding edition.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Paperback: 48 pages
• Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers (September 28, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0307264084
• ISBN-13: 978-0307264084
• Product Dimensions: 5.3 x 0.2 x 7.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #321,023 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #31 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > History & Historical Fiction > Exploration & Discovery
  • #43 in Books > Travel > Polar Regions > Antarctica
  • #74 in Books > Children's Books > History > Exploration & Discovery

More About the Author

Lucille Recht Penner was born in New York City and is an alumna of Barnard College. She has written more than twenty books for children on subjects ranging from dinosaurs to Native American food. Her other books in the MATH MATTERS® series include "Where's That Bone?" and "Lights Out!" Mrs. Penner lives in Tucson, Arizona.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful introduction to Shackleton, May 18, 2008

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Backroads "Scatter-brained book fan" (Cache Valley, Utah) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ice Wreck (A Stepping Stone Book) (Paperback)

I have been a huge fan of the Shackleton expetion/adventure ever since I learned about it. Mostly, I have gleaned my information from more adult sources. Then much to my surprise I stumble across the "kiddie version" that summarizes the incredible survival story in an easy-to-read chapter book. The story is still there, the writing is at a great level for readers ready for something a bit more challenging, and I loved the mix of illustrations and authentic photographs.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Parents - heads up...., April 12, 2011

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Linda B. (West Dundee, IL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ice Wreck (A Stepping Stone Book) (Paperback)

SPOILER ALERT........
This book is very well done. However, parents should be aware that at the beginning of the book there is some focus on the crew enjoying the dogs that were brought on the trip, a dog having puppies, playing games with the dogs on the ice etc., but when they run out of food for the dogs they have to shoot them all. I'm glad I read through this alone before deciding to share it with my kids. I decided this true story can wait until our kids are a little older.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, October 14, 2008

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book crazy "sameron" (California, USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Ice Wreck (A Stepping Stone Book) (Paperback)

My son (almost 7) just finished this book, he liked a lot. It was an easy, interesting story, with good lessons. I recommend the book.