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| Superhero and comic book force? Sure, but the wolverine is also a real-life animal! Journey to cold, rugged mountains to discover how a wolverine’s body is built to survive. Stunning photos and lively text highlight how wolverines take down prey, raise their young, and stay safe in in one of the world’s harshest environments. |
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| Behind the Book |
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| “Because wolverines are rare and elusive, tracking down verifiable information about their life cycle and behavior was no easy feat. We also struggled to find high-quality photos. Then, in the middle of my writing process, it suddenly became clear that some of my sources were purposely providing me and other writers with misinformation. |
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| “Why was this happening? Because scientists were trying to protect the animals they study. They worried that if writers published accurate, up-to-date information about how wolverines establish territories, find mates, and raise their young, it would provide hunters with clues that they could use to locate and kill wolverines. |
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| “I had to work hard to gain the trust of the scientists, so I could discover the truth. Then I had to write carefully, giving young readers a clear, accurate picture of wolverine life, while also respecting the need to keep these endangered animals safe. Every word of my manuscript was carefully scrutinized by a range of people—the scientists, the editors, the reading consultant—whose priorities were often at odds. It took a lot of compromise and cooperation, but ultimately, we were able to create a book that we’re all proud of.” |
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| by Melissa Stewart |
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National Geographic Books
for Children, 2018 |
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| for ages 6-9 |
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| ISBN 978-1-42633-222-7 |
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| Purchase this book at your local independent bookseller or Amazon.com. |
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