Life in a Frozen World: Wildlife of Antarctica

Antarctica is one of the most extreme environments on Earth--the coldest, windiest, driest place on the planet. This frozen continent affects weather, ocean currents, and sea levels all over the Earth.

From award-winning, experienced nature writer Mary Batten comes a remarkable nonfiction picture book that plumbs the mysteries of this hostile environment. With clear, engaging language, Batten explores fascinating questions that scientists the world over have been researching, such as how a wide variety of wildlife can survive in this frigid environment and how Antarctica might be the key to long-standing questions about the Earth and climate change.

New York Times bestselling illustrator Thomas Gonzalez brings Batten's text to life with detailed, realistic paintings.

An ideal resource for young science lovers and educators, this informative volume is perfect for classroom units on climate change, conservation, ecology, oceanography, and more.

Author: Mary Batten
Publisher: Peachtree Publishers
Published: 11/03/2020
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 9.60h x 11.00w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781682631515
Audience: Ages 9-12


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 09/01/2020 pg. 97
Kirkus Reviews 09/01/2020
Foreword 10/26/2020
Booklist 11/01/2020 pg. 48

About the Author
Batten, Mary: - Mary Batten, an award-winning writer for television, film and publishing, was nominated for an Emmy for her work on the Children's Television Workshop's science series 3-2-1 Contact and has written more than fifty nature documentaries for television, including the syndicated series Wild Wild World of Animals. She is the author of numerous picture books, including Aliens from Earth, Please Don't Wake the Animals, and Hey, Daddy! In preparation for writing Life in a Frozen World, she consulted with several scientists who specialize in the study of Antarctica, its wildlife, and the effects of climate change on this unique continent.Gonzalez, Thomas: - Thomas Gonzalez was also born in Havana, Cuba, and moved to the United States as a child, where he became friends with Carmen Deedy. An artist and painter, he directed campaigns for clients such as Coca-Cola, Delta Airlines, NASCAR, the NFL, and McDonald's.