All about Antarctica: A Fact Book about the Southernmost Continent

From award-winning author and illustrator Marc Martin: A fact-packed illustrated journey to the coldest place on Earth--Antarctica!

Antarctica 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. All About Antarctica is an inviting and exciting reading experience with brilliant color illustrations paired with bite-sized facts on every page.

Put on your parka and snowshoes and step into this nonfiction picture book to embark on a journey to the way, way 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:

• McMurdo station has pizza available twenty-four hours a day. There's even a pizza hotline to call ahead and request your favorite toppings!
• Lumus 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.
• Around 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.
• There'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.

From 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 lot of 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 & Everywhere book.

ENVIRONMENTAL 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.

FOR ADVENTURERS & 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!

BELOVED AUTHOR: Marc Martin is the bestselling author and illustrator of award-winning children's books, including Everything & Everywhere: A Fact-Filled Adventure for Curious Globe-Trotters, Lots, Max, and A River, named Best Illustrated Picture Book by the New York Times.

Perfect for:

• Kids interested in environmental science
• Fans of polar animals
• Parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for a picture book about nature, geography, and science to share with kids
• Teachers, educators, and librarians seeking illustrated nonfiction books with STEM content
• Anyone seeking a distinctive gift for a science- or nature-loving child
• Fans of Marc Martin

Author: Marc Martin
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Published: 10/14/2025
Pages: 44
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 12.10h x 9.20w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9781797224695
Audience: Ages 4-8


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 09/15/2025
Booklist 10/01/2025
School Library Journal 09/26/2025 pg. 1

About the Author
Marc Martin is an award-winning author, illustrator, artist, and bookmaker based in Melbourne, Australia. He is the author and illustrator of A River, A Forest, Everything & Everywhere, and many other books.