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Description
The desert biome can be found all around the world. Land in this biome is dry and often hot. How do animals in deserts find water, and what kinds of plants thrive in deserts? Read this book to find out.
Quick Summary
Journey into the scorching desert and meet animals with incredible survival superpowers, from kangaroo rats that never need to drink water to thorny plants that look like living sculptures. Packed with eye-opening surprises like how lizards do pushups to attract mates and why some seeds can sleep for years before sprouting, this book turns desert science into pure fascination. If your kid loves the "Who Would Win?" series or watches nature documentaries on repeat, they'll be hooked on becoming a desert expert. Perfect for kids in grades K-3 (ages 5-8) at a 3.1 reading level who are curious about how creatures survive in the toughest places on Earth.