Cover image for Antarctica
Title:
Antarctica
ISBN:
9780531128053

9780531134139
Physical Description:
48 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 22 cm.
Series:
Contents:
Land and Climate: What's the terrain of Antarctica like, and what are its usual weather conditions? -- Plants and Animals: What living things make their homes in and around Antarctica? -- The Big Truth: Too Many Tourists? Should tourism to Antarctica be stopped? -- A Peek at the Past: What is the history of Antarctica? -- North America Today: What is Antarctica like today?
Reading Level:
880 L Lexile
Summary:
A harsh and icy land isolated at the far southern reaches of the globe, Antarctica is the most recently discovered of the continents. Until the 1800s, no humans had ever set foot upon its shores. Today, it remains mostly uninhabited, but it is far from empty. Readers will meet the unique plants and animals that call this frozen continent home, explore its unique history, examine the environmental concerns it embodies, and much more. Features include engaging sidebars that highlight unique animals, landmarks and more; maps to show size, location and topography; glossaries; eye-catching images; charts, diagrams and more.
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