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Using skiers Liv Arnesen and Ann Bancroft's experiences as an example, this book presents an introduction to polar regions, describing what they are and how people survive traveling through them.
Quick Summary
Meet real-life explorers Liv Arnesen and Ann Bancroft, who actually skied across Antarctica, and discover what it takes to survive Earth's most extreme wilderness. Kids will be hooked on learning how these brave adventurers battled crushing winds, survived temperatures colder than a freezer, and crossed thousands of miles of treacherous ice. If your child loves the Magic Tree House series or dreams of becoming an explorer, this true story delivers the same thrilling sense of adventure. Perfect for curious kids in grades K-3 who are fascinated by real heroes and the world's most extreme places.