Ocean State Libraries

In the Antarctic, every March since the beginning of time, the quest begins to find the perfect mate and start a family. This courtship will begin with a long journey - a journey that will take them hundreds of miles across the continent by foot, one by one in a single file. They will endure freezing temperatures, in brittle, icy winds and through deep, treacherous waters. They will risk starvation and attack by dangerous predators, under the harshest...

While awaiting a visit from the Emperor, a group of penguins fail to recognize their friend Tacky in the Emperor's clothes.

The magic tree house takes Jack and Annie to Antarctica to search for the fourth secret of happiness for Merlin.

Describes the life of an Emperor penguin from his birth throughhis first year of life.

"Provides information for young readers about emperor penguins, including habitat, eating habits, mating, babies, and conservation"--Provided by publisher.

"It takes a special animal to survive the subzero temperatures found at the South Pole. Emperor penguins are the largest living penguins. They use their size to help them survive in Antarctica, one of the coldest place on Earth. With the help of vibrant photographs and simple text, readers will examine how the emperor penguin's life cycle, body structure, and behaviors have adapted to its challenging environment. A follow-up activity encourages readers...

Erik feels he does not fit in with the other penguins in Emperor Land and decides to travel to Adelie Land.

Provides an overview of the life cycle of an emperor penguin, describing how it grows and changes from birth through adulthood.

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to emperor penguins. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--