Red Planet: Life in Our Deserts and Hot Spots (Colors of the World)

This is a wonderful introduction to the natural world for children of all ages.

Every creature on Earth - from the milkweed bug to the macaque monkey - has had to adapt to its environment in order to survive. The world has many hot spots and deserts, which are home to a variety of insects, mammals, birds, plants, and more. This engaging book introduces children to the wildlife that lives in some of the most scorching environments in the world.