White furry head shakes ... Webbed paws paddle ... Meet the polar bear! Brimming with vivid photos and scientific facts, Polar Bears treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive profile of this marvelous Arctic mammal. It covers zoology topics such as anatomy, diet, habitat, and life cycle, as well as species conservation efforts and the animal's relationship with humans throughout history. Sidebars, a range map, and a glossary support the main text, while an Inuit tale about the polar bear adds a cross-curricular cultural layer to the title.