According to the National Snow and Ice Data Center, glaciers are made up of fallen snow that, over many years, compress into large, thickened ice masses. Glaciers are currently melting at a higher rate more than ever. Melting sheets contribute to rising sea levels which affect us all. Guide your inquisitive early readers through this science based book about glaciers. This nonfiction book is paired with the fiction book, The Polar Bear and the Glacier, for connecting across texts and comprehension through connection strategies.