The Arctic may be a cold and unforgiving place, but it teems with wildlife—from the humble orange-golden bumblebee to the majestic beluga whale. Renowned poet Eileen Spinelli celebrates these and other hardy creatures in charming verse for younger readers. Spanning the four seasons, these poems, full of fanciful wordplay and playful images, capture the icy splendor of the Arctic's environment and its inhabitants. Eugenie Fernandes's beautiful, realistic renderings complement the word pictures. Curious facts about each creature are included in the back matter.