"Life in the desert is tough. Not all animals can survive there. But, the ones that do have some awesome adaptations. In this book, readers learn about the reptiles, mammals, and insects found in the sand. From a mother scorpion eating her babies to a gazelle that doesn't need to pee, the facts throughout the book are gross, fun, and, above all, super interesting."--

The rhyming text follows a lone tumbleweed in its journey across a desert teeming with life.

The desert is home to many different animal species. These animals make their habitats in this dry climate, which can sometimes be difficult to survive in because of the hot temperatures and scarce food sources. Fun facts about desert animals are presented through age-appropriate text, which covers common science curriculum topics such as animal adaptations and biomes. Vibrant, full-color photographs provide readers with examples of what desert animals...

"Desert animals are built specifically for a harsh, arid environment. As global temperatures rise, however, Earth's deserts are changing, affecting desert animals' ability to survive. Readers will see examples of desert animals that are on the spectrum of threatened species, and an example of a animal species that tragically succumbed to extinction. The volume ends with a success story and information about how readers can help fight global warming....