Scientists in Antarctica

We recently traveled to Antarctica and "visited" with scientists to learn about the Emperor and Adelie penguins. The students had the opportunity to participate in a webcast where scientists answered questions about their research.  The children were totally engaged and learned so much from listening and looking at beautiful photographs of Antarctica.  Here are some of the facts they recorded after our visit to Antarctica.
                                                             
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Daniel learned there is one active volcano in Antarctica.
Grace G. learned that scientists need to wear sunglasses because the snow and ice reflect the bright sun.
Louie learned that the scientists celebrated the first penguin egg during their research.
Sarah learned that there are lakes and volcanoes under the ice.
Matthew learned that Antarctica is mostly land, only 2% is covered in water.
Ashley learned that Emperor and Adelie penguins live in Antarctica.
Max and Shea learned that Antarctica's lowest average temperature is minus 56 degrees.
Ella learned that the scientists wear white insulated rubber boots.
Joelle learned that scientists live in tents, but not in igloos.
Anna learned that the Antarctic scientists wore clothing that weighed over 25 pounds to help them stay warm.
Haylie learned that Antarctic's average warm temperature is 7.5 degrees.
Olivia learned that walruses do not live in Antarctica.
Noah learned that 98% of Antarctica is ice, which can be miles thick.
Grace M. learned that the sun never sets during the winter in Antarctica.
Katie learned that the Emperor penguin is the largest penguin, which can grow to 3-4 feel tall.
Charlie learned that there are no polar bears in Antarctica.
Trevor learned that there are no waves in Antarctica.