north pole

Rosie uses her ruby wand to prepare all of the town's mail. Including, most importantly, the letters to Santa Claus. This year, in her haste, Rosie accidentally sends the letters to the wrong place! With no alternative, Rosie must fly to the North Pole and deliver the letters herself. But will she make it in time to save Christmas?.

Chronicles the life and career of African American explorer Matthew Henson, discussing his early life, challenges and accomplishments.

A biography for early readers about Arctic explorer, Ann Bancroft.

"Much of the detail in Santa Claus lore was added to his long history of stories in the 19th century. His storied home became the North Pole around this time. Today, the North Pole is symbolic of Santa, and sending letters there may be an essential part of the Christmas season. Beginning readers . . . can read more about real-life North Poles, such as Santa's Village in Finland. Colorful historical illustrations aid readers' understanding as they learn about this Christmas symbol"--Provided by publisher.

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.

Rudolph the reindeer, who has an unusual nose, is teased by the other reindeer until his unique trait saves Santa's trip on a foggy Christmas Eve.

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.