About the Emperor Penguin
Maggie’s Magic Map
Antarctic Trek
“Stronger together” is the subtext for this fun and colorful story in which Maggie and team join forces with two Antarctic Emperor penguins for an adventure in survival and shared parenting.
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Reader’s Comments
Jim Deng
Product developer and parent; Burlingame, CA
“Another wonderful installment in the Maggie’s Magic Map series! ‘Antarctic Trek’ whisks children away on a whimsical and wonderful journey. With charming illustrations and engaging storytelling, it sparks imagination and sneaks in valuable lessons about curiosity, exploration, and parenting. “
Lucia Filanti
Multicultural communication and web services specialist; San Francisco CA & Bari, Italy
“Stronger together” is the subtext for this fun and colorful story in which Maggie and team join forces with two Antarctic penguins for an adventure in survival and shared parenting. Cheers to another of Bruce’s “rhyming wonders!”
Scott Friedman, MD
Parent & grandparent; NY, NY
Bruce Scharschmidt has done it again. A charming and rich tale full of adventure, discovery and surprises, and a lovely nod to the joy of shared parenting. With colorful eye-catching illustrations, “Antarctic Trek” is a treat for children and parents and a sure bedtime favorite!
Helen Ho, MD
Parent and grandparent; Chicago, IL
“Through clever rhymes and lovely illustrations, children learn about penguins, parenting, and babysitting. This cute book is fun for the whole family and a must for young adventurer’s bookshelves.”
Samantha Paget
Human resources specialist and parent; Barnes, England
“Another gem from Bruce Scharschmidt’s Magic Map series; this time taking us on an adventure to Antarctica where a pair of beloved penguins help to illustrate the importance of shared parenting. A true delight, with humor and heart!”
Barbara Mathes, MD
Mom and grandmother, physician & book lover; Boyne City, MI
“Blending melodic rhymes with teaching about nature, Maggie and team learn about the wonders of flightless penguins and their Antarctic habitat, don feathers to explore freezing waters for fun and food, toboggan on their tummies, catch squid, avoid predators from the sea and the sky and witness a hatchling break out of its egg. This book is a delight for young listeners and fledgling readers.”
Maggie’s Magic Map
Antarctic Trek
“Stronger together” is the subtext for this fun and colorful story in which Maggie and team join forces with two Antarctic Emperor penguins for an adventure in survival and shared parenting.
About the Emperor Penguins
Emperor penguins, the biggest of all penguin species, live in Antarctica. Their feathers provide warmth and camouflage. They molt once a year and breed in winter. The female lays a single egg which the male guards while the female treks up to 75 miles to feed. The male and female then take turns parenting while the other treks to feed. Most chicks die in their first year; those surviving to adulthood live ~20 years.
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Reader’s Comments
Jim Deng
Product developer and parent; Burlingame, CA
“Another wonderful installment in the Maggie’s Magic Map series! ‘Antarctic Trek’ whisks children away on a whimsical and wonderful journey. With charming illustrations and engaging storytelling, it sparks imagination and sneaks in valuable lessons about curiosity, exploration, and parenting. .”
Lucia Filanti
Multicultural communication and web services specialist; San Francisco CA & Bari, Italy
“Stronger together” is the subtext for this fun and colorful story in which Maggie and team join forces with two Antarctic penguins for an adventure in survival and shared parenting. Cheers to another of Bruce’s “rhyming wonders!”
Scott Friedman, MD
Parent & grandparent; NY, NY
“Bruce Scharschmidt has done it again. A charming and rich tale full of adventure, discovery and surprises, and a lovely nod to the joy of shared parenting. With colorful eye-catching illustrations, “Antarctic Trek” is a treat for children and parents and a sure bedtime favorite!”
Helen Ho, MD
Parent and grandparent; Chicago, IL
“Through clever rhymes and lovely illustrations, children learn about penguins, parenting, and babysitting. This cute book is fun for the whole family and a must for young adventurer’s bookshelves.”
Barbara Mathes, MD
Mom and grandmother, physician & book lover; Boyne City, MI;
San Francisco, US
“Blending melodic rhymes with teaching about nature, Maggie and team learn about the wonders of flightless penguins and their Antarctic habitat, don feathers to explore freezing waters for fun and food, toboggan on their tummies, catch squid, avoid predators from the sea and the sky and witness a hatchling break out of its egg. This book is a delight for young listeners and fledgling readers.”
Samantha Paget
Human resources specialist and parent; Barnes, England
“Another gem from Bruce Scharschmidt’s Magic Map series; this time taking us on an adventure to Antarctica where a pair of beloved penguins help to illustrate the importance of shared parenting. A true delight, with humor and heart!”
Maggie’s Magic Map
Antarctic Trek
“Stronger together” is the subtext for this fun and colorful story in which Maggie and team join forces with two Antarctic Emperor penguins for an adventure in survival and shared parenting.
About the Emperor Penguins
Emperor penguins, the biggest of all penguin species, live in Antarctica. Their feathers provide warmth and camouflage. They molt once a year and breed in winter. The female lays a single egg which the male guards while the female treks up to 75 miles to feed. The male and female then take turns parenting while the other treks to feed. Most chicks die in their first year; those surviving to adulthood live ~20 years.
Buy Now
Reader’s Comments
Jim Deng
Product developer and parent; Burlingame, CA
“Another wonderful installment in the Maggie’s Magic Map series! ‘Antarctic Trek’ whisks children away on a whimsical and wonderful journey. With charming illustrations and engaging storytelling, it sparks imagination and sneaks in valuable lessons about curiosity, exploration, and parenting. ”
Lucia Filanti
Multicultural communication and web services specialist; San Francisco CA & Bari, Italy
“Stronger together” is the subtext for this fun and colorful story in which Maggie and team join forces with two Antarctic penguins for an adventure in survival and shared parenting. Cheers to another of Bruce’s “rhyming wonders!”
Scott Friedman, MD
Parent & grandparent; NY, NY
“Bruce Scharschmidt has done it again. A charming and rich tale full of adventure, discovery and surprises, and a lovely nod to the joy of shared parenting. With colorful eye-catching illustrations, “Antarctic Trek” is a treat for children and parents and a sure bedtime favorite!”
Helen Ho, MD
Parent and grandparent; Chicago, IL
“Through clever rhymes and lovely illustrations, children learn about penguins, parenting, and babysitting. This cute book is fun for the whole family and a must for young adventurer’s bookshelves.”
Barbara Mathes, MD
Mom and grandmother, physician & book lover; Boyne City, MI
“Blending melodic rhymes with teaching about nature, Maggie and team learn about the wonders of flightless penguins and their Antarctic habitat, don feathers to explore freezing waters for fun and food, toboggan on their tummies, catch squid, avoid predators from the sea and the sky and witness a hatchling break out of its egg. This book is a delight for young listeners and fledgling readers.”
Samantha Paget
Human resources specialist and parent; Barnes, England
“Another gem from Bruce Scharschmidt’s Magic Map series; this time taking us on an adventure to Antarctica where a pair of beloved penguins help to illustrate the importance of shared parenting. A true delight, with humor and heart!”