Informational (nonfiction), 1,387 words, Level V (Grade 4), Lexile 1060L The Arctic icecap is shrinking at a rapid rate, causing environmental disaster and an international scramble to take natural resources in the Arctic region. This is causing a crisis, particularly for endangered species and Indigenous peoples. The question is,?Should Anyone Own the North Pole??This pressing global issue is presented to students in a clear and detailed text. Photographs, maps, and other useful text features support student learning.Informational (nonfiction), 1,387 words, Level V (Grade 4), Lexile 1060L The Arctic icecap is shrinking at a rapid rate, causing environmental disaster and an international scramble to take natural resources in the Arctic region. This is causing a crisis, particularly for endangered species and Indigenous peoples. The question is,?Should Anyone Own the North Pole??This pressing global issue is presented to students in a clear and detailed text. Photographs, maps, and other useful text features support student learning.