Hot and cold places

Hot and cold places

It's time to explore hot and cold places in the world! Three key places you will learn about: The Equator, The North Pole and The South Pole

Watch this video then try the experiment yourself to help understand why: You will need a balloon, torch and pen.

Get your blanket and snuggle up warm while you watch this introduction to Frozen Planet which shows a snapshot of life in these cold places.

Experience the coldest continent on the planet which is home to the South Pole at the bottom of our planet.

Discover more about Antarctica Did you know that polar bears and penguins will never meet in the wild? Penguins are found South of the Equator. Antarctica is home to many species of penguins, like you can see in the photograph of our school's flag at the top of this page! This link will teach you lots more about the coldest and driest continent.