Explains the different types of deserts and how they are formed, as well as describing the first expedition to cross the desert of the Empty Quarter in Saudi Arabia.

Provides biological, climatic, economic, geographical, geological, and historical perspectives on desert environments, and explains how the ecosystems came to be, how they have changed throughout history, and how they have been affected by human activity.

Presents information about deserts in two differentiated text levels, explaining what deserts are and where they are found, describing the weather in deserts, identifying desert plants, animals, and people, and discussing why it is important to protect deserts and keep them from spreading.

"General overview of mountain, desert, and grassland ecosystems, including an exploration of disturbances these ecosystems face due to human interference and climate change; and current conservation and reclamation efforts. Features include fact boxe

From sandstorms to unique animals, there are many reasons deserts are amazing. Discover the world's most incredible deserts!

Provides instructions for twenty projects, creating such things as a cactus puppet, tortoise treasure keeper, egg carton rattlesnake, oasis stamp licker, sand art necklace, and more.

On a mission to pay the ransom of a new ally, apprentice Will and his friends find themselves in a desert wasteland awash with enemies.

Billie is off on a great desert adventure! Will her magic carpet help her escape the forty furious thieves?

Follows the experiences of a former Hollywood stuntman-turned-Mormon polygamist who is blackmailed by an ambitious developer to enroll his children in public school.