deserts

An introduction to the characteristics of deserts and the plants and animals that inhabit them.

Maya, who lives in the dusty desert, opens her eyes wide to find the colors in her world, from Papi's black hair and Mami's orange and purple flowers to Maya's red swing set and the fiery pink sunset. Presented in English and Spanish.

Describes the characteristics of deserts, the animals and plants that live in them, and their constantly changing nature.

Introduces young readers to deserts by describing how to survive if stranded in a desert, discussing finding water, shelter, fire, finding food, dangerous animals, body protection, and rescue.

Contains photographs, text, and five essays on desert land environments.

An illustrated explanation of the environmental features of desert areas, from plants and wildlife to industry.

Toa Mata Nui finds himself exiled to a strange desert world full of dangerous creatures.

Needing money for school, a college student accepts a job as a guide on a desert hunting trip and nearly loses his life.

The experiences of five people alone in deserts around the world and how they made it out alive will intrigue readers. If the poisonous snakes and lizards don't pose a major threat, the lack of water and high temperatures will. It takes a special will to survive to make it through such harsh a environment.