Antarctica - The 7 Continents Author:Evan-Moor Develop geography literacy while learning about the unique characteristics of Antarctica!The 7 Continents: Antarctica helps students learn about Antarctica through engaging reading and writing activities.Five geography units cover the following standards-based topics:Section 1: Antarctica in the World — Introduces students to the location of Anta... more »rctica in the world.Antarctica's Relative Location
Antarctica's Hemispheres
Antarctica's Absolute Location
Using a Polar Projection MapSection 2: Physical Features of Antarctica
Introduces students to the highest, driest, coldest, and iciest continent on the planet.Formation of Antarctica
Antarctica's Harsh Landscape
East Antarctica
West Antarctica
Antarctic Mountains
Antarctic Ice
Antarctica's Bodies of Water
Antarctica's Climate
Climate Changes in AntarcticaSection 3: History of Exploration
Students learn about the history of Antarctica's discovery and exploration.Unknown Southern Land
Early Exploration
Voyage of the Belgica
The Heroic Age
Race to the South Pole
Exploration by AirSection 4: Antarctica Today
Students learn about the people who research, visit, and live in Antarctica.Claims to Antarctica
Research Stations
Women Scientists in Antarctica
Antarctic Time
Satellite Communications
Tourism in AntarcticaSection 5: Antarctica's Wildlife
Introduces students to the wildlife of Antarctica.Antarctica's Food Web