Explore Antarctica
Welcome Explorers!
For this adventure, you will be exploring Antarctica and getting to know Dr. Elena Dobrica, a researcher who studies meteorites. We’ll follow her around her lab, learn about her discoveries, and observe her determination.
Up in a rush, fly past moon and star,
floating down onto a continent far.
Covered in ice and creatures that waddle,
to research scientists, it’s the model.
Padding. climbing, sliding together,
learn and explore no matter the weather.
Elena is a very determined person. As a child she was determined to understand many things and so she visited all the libraries she could and read lots of books. As a scientist, she was determined to make a trip to Antarctica and find meteorites to study. She works hard to accomplish her goals, no matter what.
So, get ready for snowy peaks, belly slides with penguins, and meteorological wonders!
Take a peek at your
Antarctica Guide
Encourage Determination
Explore This Adventure’s Theme: DETERMINATION
Have you ever set your mind to doing something? Determination is something that develops on the inside. It grows stronger and bigger when you decide to work hard in order to accomplish something. It helps you keep going when things get tough – almost like a superpower. It keeps you practicing and trying. And it helps you try again, no matter how many times you fail.
Everywhere you look, there are adventures and stories to be discovered. As you learn a bit about Elena’s adventures, remember that life’s adventure moments move along with surprising points that provide twists and turns. We hope Elena’s determination will inspire you to keep pushing toward your goals!
Meet Dr. Elena dobrica
Elena Is Determined
As a young child, Elena became a scout and believes it was this experience that led to her love for nature. She remembers many nights just gazing at the sky and wondering if there was a whole other world out there waiting for someone to discover and learn more about it.
Dr. Elena Dobrica is a kind, caring, curious, and determined researcher and scientist. She was determined to follow her dreams and explore how the solar system was formed, as well as the role things like meteors played in that formation.
“I believe that the situations encountered after a failure always trigger some unexpected strength that helps me push my limits and learn from my mistakes. ”
Three Ways To Explore Antarctica
Choose Your Type Of Adventure
Adventure Kit
Each kit includes the guidebook, embroidered keychain, activities, and materials ready to be enjoyed!
Care Package
Each care package includes the adult explorer interview, activities to support the highlighted skill, and an emotion-ful surprise.
Adventure Guide + Keychain
This adventure option includes the adventure guidebook and an embroidered keychain.
Three Ways To Explore Antarctica
Choose Your Type Of Adventure
Adventure Kit
Each kit includes the guidebook, embroidered keychain, activities, and materials ready to be enjoyed!
Care Package
Each care package includes the adult explorer interview, activities to support the highlighted skill, and an emotion-ful surprise.
Adventure Guide + Keychain
This adventure option includes the adventure guidebook and an embroidered keychain.
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Antarctica Printable
Dr. Elena Dobrica has always had a love for books! What are some of your favorite books? Search your shelves for your favorite books and choose an award for each. Write the winning book on the award and celebrate yourself for being determined to read.