Geographywise: Deserts

Deserts are extreme places: barren, wild and lonely. Children will love exploring their most amazing aspects in this exciting geography book. Stunning photos with clear captions reveal different features of the world’s greatest deserts. Kids will find out that, just for starters, not all deserts are the same. They can be made of sand, salt, rock or ice. Nor are deserts as empty as they look. Desert formation, weather systems, wildlife and the human impact on deserts are all touched upon. Maps show where the world’s deserts can be found, and practical activities help kids learn even more about them. Includes a glossary and cross-curricular links.