Sibert medalist and National Book Award finalistSy Montgomery takes readers on a staggering, emotional journey alongside the greatest land migration on the planet earththat of the wildebeest across the Serengetito explorethe mystery and wonder of migration in a sweeping story sure to leave its mark. With full color photography.Here is a riveting you-are-there account of one of natures most fascinating occurrences: the wildebeest migration. Montgomery explores thewonder of migration, asking questions like, how domigration patternssculpt the environment? Why do animals migrate? And how do they know where to go?Withlyrical prose, abundant facts, and the inclusion of other species who undertake remarkable migrations, Montgomery makes a journey of thousands of miles fly bybut not without leaving its mark. Full color photography.