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Atlas of the Poles and Oceans

by Karen Foster

Book Details

Publisher:Capstone Classroom
Published:2008
Pages:18
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Take a look at the continent's countries, people, cities, plants, animals, farming and industry, transportation, and leisure activities of different places in the world.

Our Review

This comprehensive guide offers an immersive journey to Earth's most extreme environments, mapping the frozen landscapes of the Arctic and Antarctic alongside the vast, interconnected ocean systems. Readers will explore the unique countries within polar regions, their distinctive cities, and the remarkable plants and animals adapted to survive in these harsh conditions. The atlas delves into human activity at the poles, from specialized farming and industry to the complex transportation networks that make life possible.

What sets this resource apart is its integrated approach, connecting the ecological and human stories of the poles with the global ocean currents that influence them. Teenagers with a passion for geography, environmental science, or climate studies will find a wealth of information presented through clear maps and engaging descriptions of leisure and cultural practices in remote communities. This book provides a crucial global perspective on regions that are critical to understanding our planet's changing climate.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction