Sitka, the snow baby

A fluffy newborn bear cub opens his eyes to a world of shimmering ice and endless blue sea. His mother, a powerful swimmer, teaches him the basics of survival while the cold wind rattles their floating iceberg. In these early moments the cub learns how to pace the frozen floor and how to stay warm in a land where even spring feels like winter.

Soon Sitka drifts away on the wandering ice floe, meeting a curious Eskimo boy named Unga and encountering the bustling life of southern Alaska. Together they observe towering walrus herds, bustling seal colonies, and soaring sea birds, while the ever‑changing landscape shifts between lush summer greens and the stark silence of polar night. Their adventures give listeners a gentle glimpse of the region’s rhythms and its resilient wildlife.

Through vivid narration and warm illustrations, the story invites listeners to explore the natural history of Alaska’s wilderness. From blueberry‑filled meadows to the thunderous birth of a new iceberg, each chapter offers a tender look at the connections between a young bear, the people who share his world, and the creatures that call the icy coast home.