Mark Wood

2023 | 42pp pb | ISBN: 978-1-914002-40-3

Each book comes with a free poster and sticker!

Mark Wood is an established explorer who operates within the cold extremes of the planet. He has seen the curvature of the earth’s surface above the clouds on Mount Everest; he has been stalked by a polar bear through storms and freezing temperatures as he crossed the floating sea ice towards the North Pole; and Mark has spent 50 days completely alone as he walked to the South Pole.

Mark is an ex-soldier and firefighter, and over the past 20 years he has led over 30 major expeditions around the planet. As one of the top five educators in the world on the Skype educational platforms, he has to date linked visually with thousands of students around the globe, bringing the extremes of the planet directly into their classrooms.

How to Be a Polar Explorer is a beautifully illustrated children’s book inspired by the real-life adventures of renowned polar explorer Mark Wood. Drawing on his own experiences operating expeditions within the Arctic Circle, Mark brings the excitement, challenge, and wonder of polar exploration to life.  

Each page features vibrant artwork by acclaimed artist Carlos Burgos, whose cartoons capture the spirit of adventure and make the story engaging for readers of all ages.

Designed as a fun, accessible cartoon book for children (and grown-ups too!), every copy also includes:

• A cool team poster featuring all the characters

• A special Ernest and Otto sticker