Introduces the variety of animals who call the Australian Simpson Desert home and shows how they have adapted to survive extreme temperatures

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

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

Because he doesn't listen carefully to what the Great Spirit tells him about each of the animals he is supposed to lead to their desert homes, Jackrabbit causes much unhappiness with his careless answers to the animals' questions

These six desert animals can be created with origami, including a critter that slithers over the ground and one that soars in the sky! The book features step-by-step instructions, accompanying illustrations, and manageable difficulty levels, helping readers build problem-solving skills and their imaginations. A real vulture or snake may be intimidating, but readers can develop their appreciation for and knowledge of wildlife by safely creating these...

Iguana, Conejo, Tortuga, and Culebra are excited about having a spring party, but only Iguana is willing to do any of the work. Includes a glossary of Spanish words used

Learn about the world of desert animals.

In this third book about the four friends -- Conejo (a rabbit), Tortuga (a tortoise), Culebra (a snake) and Iguana -- bilingual counting and vocabulary are the backdrop for a humorous tale. When Conejo can't make her cactus butter dulces because she stubbed her toe, Culebra devises a very loud and ingenious plan to help her forget her pain and get all the friends involved in making the candy. A glossary, pronunciation guide and a no-cook recipe are...

A fun, interactive guessing game that invites curious children to discover all of the secrets and surprises the desert holds.