polar regions

Colorful illustrations and simple text introduce young readers to polar regions and the various species of wildlife that inhabit them.

Text and illustrations explore how some animals can survive in frigid temperatures.

Presents stories of people surviving in the cold, such as an airplane crash in Alaska, being lost while snowboarding, and a shipwreck in Antarctica.

David Hempleman-Adams discusses the mountain-climbing and arctic exploring experiences he has had, including his trips to the North and South Poles, climbing the seven tallest mountains in the world, and participating in the Ultimate Challenge expedition.

Introduces the plants and animals that have adapted to life in the polar regions.

Discusses the tools and equipment used by travelers visiting the North and Southpoles and the dangers associated with the journey, and describes some of the characteristics sights of each region.

It takes a special person to work in the extreme environment of Antarctica, but many scientists, engineers, doctors, and technicians do. Readers will learn the many kinds of jobs involved in running a polar research center as well as what Antarctic workers do in their free time.

Introduces readers to the arctic ecosystem.

Simple text and photographs present the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of a variety of animals living near the North and South Poles, including humpback whales, seals, polar bears, and penguins.

Clear, full color photographs depict unique aspects of a polar region, including bears, whales, icebergs and penguins while accompanying text asks children if the items are living beings and then helps them understand why they are or are not.