Books with title One Day in the Desert

This is a tender story about a close-knit family of cacti that live in the Sonora Desert in Mexico. Saguaro is a happy young cactus who lives with Grandfather, Grandmother, Mother and Father. One day, a group of tourists from a nearby campsite speeds down the road with a truck full of garbage. They toss the bags in all directions hitting Grandmother. She loses an arm and as a result she can't take part in Circle Time, a special time the family spends together in the evening. The desert animals eventually find a way for Grandmother to participate with her family.

As global climate change advances, more parts of Earth are becoming desert. How to slow this process is just one area of research scientists study in the desert biome. Like the animals and plants that can survive it, scientists must learn how to work in the hot, dry conditions of the desert. Readers find out their strategies for working in deserts, such as using solar power and even burning human waste! In addition, STEM topics such as robotics, drones, and climate research are described and illustrated through full-color photographs.

So, you think you know the desert? This simple non-fiction report explores the exciting, extraordinary elements of the desert, from beautiful plants, to fantastic creatures, tall buildings, and children themselves! Amazing photographs accompany this information book.• Pink B level/Band 1B books offer simple, predictable text with familiar objects and actions• Text type: A simple information book.• Photographs of all the different things that can be found in the desert on pages 14-15 help children to recap and provide a wealth of speaking and listening opportunities.• Curriculum links: Knowledge and Understanding of the World