Karen Patkau

Beautifully illustrated, this book indicates how deserts are formed, where they are formed, and how plants and animals survive. It also talks about the food chain and life cycle. As the population increases and people move into desert areas, so does demand for water increases. Dry, barren ground can result from overuse by humans. The book introduces children to plants and animals living in the desert. This book is fascinating to read and learn how animals and plants survive in such harsh climates, and temperate that change from day to night. I found the book to be informative and useful for any age (teacher will most likely read to younger students). My favorite part is the glossary with pictures found at the back of the book.… (meer)