Journey through the wilds of Alaska as you color amazing animals that live in the naturally beautiful state of Alaska.
You will find polar bears on pack ice in the Arctic Ocean and sea lions resting on floating chunks of ice from calving glaciers in Prince William Sound. Musk ox and Dall sheep roam the untamed wilderness, and moose munch on willow branches along roadsides. Massive whales can be seen jumping and diving in the freezing waters almost anywhere along the 30,000 miles of coast in Alaska. Also included are grizzly bears, ravens, and other Alaska birds, wolves, and even an extinct species, the woolly mammoth.
With descriptions, interesting animal facts, a map of Alaska, plus entertaining games and puzzles, "Animals of Alaska "is a fun and educational way for kids to discover the extraordinary wildlife of Alaska.
Includes all of Alaska's icon species.
Provides interesting information on each animal.
Fun for kids preschool to 2nd grade.
Excellent price point and attractive gift for grandparents to give grandchildren.
Tourism is a major sector of Alaska's economy attracting 1.5+ million visitors annually.
The tourism industry is Alaska's second largest primary employer.
Alaska saw an increase in tourism in 2012.
One in three visitors return and 78% recommend to friends.
Top 5 activities of Alaska visitors: 69% shop, 52% wildlife, 49% cultural, 39% sightseeing, 38% train.
All regions in the state are represented.