deserts

Describes the world's deserts, discussing plant and animal life, resources, how people survive in the desert, and why desert lands are growing in size.

Highlights a number of the world's deserts, defines what constitutes a desert, and describes the environment, including some of the plants and animals that live in these arid regions.

Discusses the plant and animal life of the world's deserts and the need to conserve the earth's natural desert resources.

A collection of detailed paintings by noted wildlife illustrator, John Sill, that describes the characteristics of different types of deserts.

A dweller in the desert celebrates a triple rainbow, a chance encounter with a coyote, and other wonders of the wilderness.

A desert mermaid living in an oasis seeks to save her people by rediscovering the forgotten songs of their ancestors.

Explores the environment and lifestyles found in the vast and numerous regions of the Sahara.

Evokes the land and animals of the Mohave Desert in poetic text and illustrations.

Examines the nature of deserts, how and why they spread, and the effect of desertification on the human population.

Colorful photographs and text briefly describe endangered desert animals such as the Bactrian camel, Gila monster, Prezwalski's horse, and desert cats.