{"product_id":"all-about-antarctica-a-fact-book-about-the-southernmost-continent-hardcover","title":"All about Antarctica: A Fact Book about the Southernmost Continent - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMarc Martin\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom award-winning author and illustrator Marc Martin: A fact-packed illustrated journey to the coldest place on Earth--Antarctica!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAntarctica is a fragile and fascinating world that most of us will never see--and it's disappearing. Learn all about it before it's too late. \u003ci\u003eAll About Antarctica\u003c\/i\u003e is an inviting and exciting reading experience with brilliant color illustrations paired with bite-sized facts on every page. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePut on your parka and snowshoes and step into this nonfiction picture book to embark on a journey to the way, \u003ci\u003eway\u003c\/i\u003e south. You could hitch a ride on a Sno-Cat, explore the majestic icefalls, hunt for meteorites, and marvel at migrating whales--or just stay in for a movie and pizza. Did you know: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMcMurdo station has pizza available twenty-four hours a day. There's even a pizza hotline to call ahead and request your favorite toppings!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLumus Rock, in the Wilhelm Archipelago, off the coast of the Antarctic Peninsula, is named after Lummo (nicknamed Lumus), a cat that was part of the British Graham Land expedition from 1934 to 1937 and enjoyed curling up in the snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAround 30 countries operate research stations in Antarctica. The UK's Halley VI Station has eight modules (known as pods) that sit on skis, allowing the station to move to safer ice if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere's an all-day outdoor music festival held annually at McMurdo Station called Icestock on or around New Year's Day. Bands are made up of people who work at the station.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom colossal squids and active volcanoes to research vessels and cricket matches, there's a lot more to the South Pole than just penguins and icebergs (though there are also a\u003ci\u003e lot \u003c\/i\u003eof penguins and icebergs). Learn how humans survive in the coldest, driest, windiest place on Earth and discover what surprises await in this endlessly fascinating Everything \u0026amp; Everywhere book.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS: Antarctica is central to conversations and curricula about climate change and environmental protection, as scientists believe it is warming at almost twice the rate of the rest of the world. This illustrated compendium allows readers to get a deeper look into this unique place and learn about the global importance of the southernmost continent. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFOR ADVENTURERS \u0026amp; EXPLORERS: This book offers a thrilling illustrated adventure into the fascinating world of Antarctica, a place where curiosity meets science. Great for readers ages five to ninety-five! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBELOVED AUTHOR: Marc Martin is the bestselling author and illustrator of award-winning children's books, including \u003ci\u003eEverything \u0026amp; Everywhere: A Fact-Filled Adventure for Curious Globe-Trotters\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLots\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eMax\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eA River\u003c\/i\u003e, named Best Illustrated Picture Book by the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKids interested in environmental science\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of polar animals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for a picture book about nature, geography, and science to share with kids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeachers, educators, and librarians seeking illustrated nonfiction books with STEM content\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone seeking a distinctive gift for a science- or nature-loving child\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of Marc Martin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMarc Martin\u003c\/b\u003e is an award-winning author, illustrator, artist, and bookmaker based in Melbourne, Australia. He is the author and illustrator of \u003ci\u003eA River\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eA Forest\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eEverything \u0026amp; Everywhere\u003c\/i\u003e, and many other books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 x 12.1 x 9.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 14, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47368221425842,"sku":"9781797224695","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/hPsuyFW0W59781797224695.webp?v=1777576287","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/all-about-antarctica-a-fact-book-about-the-southernmost-continent-hardcover","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}