polar regions

Illustrated photographs and diagrams describe the landscape and wildlife of both the Arctic and Antarctic regions of the earth.

Examines the diverse lifeforms that thrive in the extreme climates of the oceans surrounding the North and South Poles, the differences between Arctic and Antarctic waters, and the global consequences of environmental changes.

An exploration of the North and South poles, discussing the land, plants, and animals of each environment, and including fold-out illustrations.

Discusses the habits of ten animals that live in the polar regions with introductory material describing these two areas.

Illustrations and simple text introduce young readers to the different kinds of animals that live in the harsh conditions of the Arctic and Antarctica.

Provides instructions for twenty projects featuring arctic animals, such as a penguin pin, harp seal puppet, walrus mask, fuzzy polar bear, and stuffed caribou.

The subzero temperatures and glacial conditions to which the polar regions of the Earth are often subject would make it difficult for many of us to survive there, yet life is present in both the Arctic and Antarctic. Journey alongside some of the early expeditions and will learn about the conditions and life that comprise the polar ecosystems.

"Explains why the Arctic and Antarctic are extreme environments and examines how polar bears, penguins, and other animals have adapted to the cold"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and photographs introduce polar animals and while counting backward from ten.