Traces the journey of the Chinook salmon from the Bering Sea up the Yukon River to their spawning grounds in the Niultin River in Canada, a trip of over two thousand miles. --Publisher's description.

Surveys the history, geography, government, economy, and people of Alaska. "Surveys the history, geography, government, economy, and people of Alaska"--Provided by publisher.

Uses the rhythm of "The Twelve Days of Christmas" to introduce some animals of Alaska, from a black bear in a spruce tree to twelve Dall sheep leaping, presenting facts about each.

Describes an episode in the life of conservationist John Muir when he was stranded on a glacier with a brave dog, Stickeen.

Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities,and sights of the state of Alaska and includes ideas for classroom assignments.

Describes the geography, history, people, government, and economy of the Last Frontier.

"Two dogs recount the relay race that brought life-saving medicine to children in Alaska. It was 1925 and the world was in a diphtheria pandemic. The town of Nome, Alaska, needed the serum to save its children but there was only one way to get there: dog sled. Balto and Togo, two Siberian huskies, were part of the relay race that pushed through below-freezing temperatures and a blizzard to bring the serum to Nome." -- Amazon.com. In 1925 Balto and...

"The young adult adaptation of the epic memoir of an Alaskan pararescue jumper, Special Forces Operator, and decorated war hero. "That Others May Live" is a mantra that defines the fearless men of Alaska's 212th Pararescue Unit, the PJs, one of the most elite military forces on the planet. Whether they are rescuing citizens injured and freezing in the Alaskan wilderness or saving wounded Rangers and SEALS in blazing firefights at war, the PJs are...