Antarctica: 45 Fascinating Facts For Kids for 9-12-year-olds Antarctica is the coldest, windiest, and most isolated continent on Earth, covered in an ice sheet thick enough to bury entire mountains. Half of Antarctica's year is spent in darkness and the other half is in constant sunlight. Despite the harsh climate, Antarctica is home to a variety of wildlife - including penguins, seals, and whales. Patrick Bremner brings you many more important facts about Antarctica, facts about the landscape, exploration, the climate, and the people who live and work in Antarctica. We hope that the facts about Antarctica in this book will fascinate you and encourage you to find out even more about this amazing and unique continent. This book is suitable for children aged 9 and older. Chapters: Introducing Antarctica Discovery & Exploration Antarctica Landscape Antarctica Climate Wildlife People Assorted Antarctica Facts
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