Learn all about the world's icy polar regions in this picture-packed guide for children from the best-selling DK Eyewitness series

Step into the frozen regions at the ends of the Earth to explore the amazing habitats and wildlife at the North and South poles.

Meet the amazing human and animal life that thrives at sub-zero temperatures, from penguins and reindeer to indigenous peoples and scientists. See how polar bears endure the Arctic winter without hibernating, discover how penguins avoid frostbite in their toes, and find out which explorer reached the South pole first. Discover, too, how Earth's changing climate is impacting these important environments.

Great for projects, curiosity, or just for fun, this is the perfect illustrated guide to the Arctic and Antarctic.