desert survival

Outlines survival skills designed to help one stay alive on a desert island. Discusses how to find food and water, build a shelter, and avoid dangers and includes color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.

"Dehydration. Freezing night temperatures. Scorpions. These are just some of the dangers that await those traveling through the desert. With preparation, anyone can survive. But what if something goes wrong? This book introduces readers to the desert ecosystem in an inventive, fascinating way through its perils. Real-life tales of those who have survived the hardest parts of desert living encourage readers to be prepared when visiting an area with little water, lots of sun, and quicksand. Full-color photographs accompany each story, while multiple-choice questions help readers assess each scary situation"--Amazon.com.

"[Relates the] story of Aron Ralston, a man who became trapped under a rock and had to cut off his own arm to survive."--Provided by publisher.

A granddaughter travels to Turkey and Syria in order to find out the story of her grandfather's escape from genocide in Armenia during World War I.

Presents the techniques the world's finest soldiers use to survive in harsh conditions around the globe.

Explores how to survive in a desert, including what to eat and drink, health and safety issues, and more.

Combines adventure, real-life survival tactics, and fascinating facts about desert habitats.

Will Joe be able to survive in the hot, scorching desert? In this exciting survival story, readers journey along with Joe as he searches for water and runs into a desert tribe.

"Will Joe be able to survive in the hot, scorching desert? In this exciting survival story, readers journey along with Joe as he searches for water and runs into a desert tribe."--Provided by publisher.

Contains true stories of being lost in the desert, information on plants and animals found there, and tips for desert survival.