Antarctic Dad is a
picture book by Hazel Edwards. The book is about a little boy whose dad had to
move to Antarctica for work. It also looks at the different ways the boy and
his father remain in touch.
The major theme in
this story is the many ways families can keep in touch, as not all families are
able to live in the same home or country. This book shows that no matter how
far apart family members live they are still able to keep in contact through
emails, sending letters, photos and phone calls.
The book contains
illustrations that have a contrast between Antarctica and home. The blues and
whites are used to portray Antarctica as well as images that have ice as a
predominant feature in the background. Home is represent with warmer colours. This
would be something worth exploring in a school context, the way in which the
colours are symbolic.
Antarctic Dad could be
explored in the classroom in many ways. They could look at how they stay in
touch with their uncles, aunties, cousins, and grandparents. They could also
then conduct an interview or come up with a letter they would send if one of
their parents lived away. Students can look at what kind of clothing is worn in
Antarctica and why it is essential.
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