a photobiography of African-American polar explorer Matthew Henson
Johnson, Dolores
Presents the story of the expedition to the North Pole by explorers Robert Peary and African-American Matthew Henson, focusing on the contributions made by Henson.
The author describes his expedition to the North Pole where he followed oceanographers as they examined the mysteries of climate modeling and global warming.
When her eccentric Auntie Claus leaves for her annual business trip, Sophie stows away in her luggage, travels with her to the North Pole, and discovers that her aunt is really Santa's sister and helper.
When Chris expresses doubt about the existence of Santa Claus, his older sister Sophie reveals that their aunt is really Santa's sister and helper and then sends him on a strange journey.
A biography of African-American explorer Matthew Henson, discussing his work as assistant to Robert E. Peary, and his role in Peary's attempts to reach the North Pole.