Being a sensational survivor is just one of the things that make emperor penguins superstars! Did you know emperor penguins can hold their breath underwater for up to 22 minutes or that their feathers are waterproof? This fact-packed title with high-impact visuals, including maps and infographics, will keep kids engaged as they learn all about emperor penguins. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Describes the behavior and physical characteristics of the birdsthat live in a sub-zero climate, swim instead of fly, and sendtheir chicks to "kindergarten."

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

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

Follows penguins on their annual trip to their breeding grounds and shows the difficulties presented by having their young in the harshest conditions on the planet.

"Are there things you cannot do, but wish you could? A young penguin named Luna has the same problem. She wants to swim in the wide Antarctic waters, but she still has some growing to do. Follow Luna as she grows up on the ice and learns to never give up!"--

"Spend a year in the life of the emperor penguins, including their journey across frozen Antarctica"--Publisher's description.