This fascinating book enables the reader to travel through the Arctic and explore it almost as if we had made the journey ourselves, and shows why the Arctic is so fascinating to so many people. Through her descriptions of her experiences, Wheeler offers insights into the complex physical and human landscape that makes up the Arctic, exploring many different viewpoints. I have used the book to plan an A-level SOW, basing lesson plans on the people who call the Arctic home and whole countries that claim the Arctic as theirs. 

This book shows why the Arctic is a hot topic for students. It focuses on how countries view the Arctic and lay claim to it, showing how politics currently influence the Arctic and how it is likely to be impacted in the future. It discusses why the Arctic has accelerated in importance and why various groups want to protect, use or develop it. The book would be valuable reading for upper KS4 and 6th form with its discussions about politics, the roles of NGOs and indigenous people, and environmental concerns. It is an excellent starting point to encourage debate and an interesting and important read for anyone teaching about the Arctic.

Emmerson wrote this book when Arctic politics was becoming mainstream news and more topical in schools. Engaging and amusing, it holds the reader's interest while dealing with the serious subject matter. The author shows how important the Arctic is to the global community, highlighting how different countries view and value it. He also discusses how its physical and human factors have impacted the environment, offering great material for case studies and debates about this topic for older students.

This book gives case study information on change and sustainability within Arctic communities, with a focus on indigenous peoples, with first-hand accounts. My students have been fascinated by the discussions on wide-ranging topics such as reindeer herding, mental health, climate change, land-use conflicts and sustainable business. Teachers can draw upon the ideas and opinions to bring the subject to life. It is a great resource to use for decision-making exercises and debates. The book encourages readers to consider who is most affected by the social, environmental and economic impacts and how communities can adapt through change and sustainability.

This memoir by the Nobel Peace Prize nominee and Inuit activist is about her journey trying to fight for the protection of the Arctic. It details the life and culture of an Indigenous community on the front line of climate change and the efforts to protect their culture and the Arctic. She describes ‘life in the traditional ice-based hunting culture of an Inuit community and reveals how Indigenous life, human rights and the threat of climate change are inextricably linked.’ A rapid change in the region has occurred within one generation: until the age of ten, she only travelled by dog-sledge, but now snowmobiles outnumber dogs. It is an interesting book to compare to the other titles in this list due to the differences in viewpoints and power from individuals to whole countries.