arid regions

"The world has many hot spots and deserts, which are home to a variety of insects, mammals, birds, plants, and more. This engaging book introduces children to the wildlife that lives in some of the most scorching environments in the world" --Back cover.

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to antelope jackrabbits. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--.

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to thorny devils. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to sand cats. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.

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

Looks at some of the driest places in the world.

Compares how plants and animals vary when their environments are essentially the same except that one is hot and dry and the other cold, such as a hot river in India versus a cold river in Canada.

"The hot desert is like a sea of sand. Still, a lot of animals manage to live here. Meet them in this book!" --.

Examines some of the most arid places on Earth, such as Death Valley, the Dry Valleys of Antarctica, and the Atacama Desert, discussing the science as to why these places are so dry.

Few people enjoy a rainy day, but many places around the globe are in great need of rain. Readers will learn why rain and other forms of precipitation are so important to people, plants, and animals. They'll visit the driest places on Earth, including the Atacama Desert, Antarctica's Dry Valleys, and Death Valley. Maps and photographs of these remarkable sites and others aid in geography skills, while topics such as irrigation, water conservation, and even mummification will further interest and inform readers.