Arctic and Antarctic Habitats

This colorful book uses detailed illustrations and clear text to explore the unbelievable adaptations that allow many species of plants and animals to make their homes in the glacial climate of the Earth's polar regions. Extensive sidebars highlight features specific to the planet's Arctic and Antarctic regions, placing an emphasis on adaptation and survival. Curious students will be fascinated by accounts of polar exploration. A curated list of websites encourages further reading.