Most of Antarctica's land is covered by ice. In many places along the coastline, thick sheets of ice known as ice shelves extend from the land and cover large areas of coastal water. Discover more in Antarctica, a title in the Exploring Continents series. Exploring Continents takes readers on a journey through the unique features and diverse cultures of Earth's seven continents. This series delves into the history, geography, climate, flora and fauna, natural resources, economics, and more of each continent. It includes fascinating facts on a variety of topics, ranging from popular sports in Asia to the wildlife in Australia. Exploring Continents is a series of AV2 media enhanced books. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks your interactive eBook. These books come alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities, and much more.