What's a desert? -- Early living in the desert -- Ancient groups -- Modern life in the desert -- Moving water for people -- Staying cool -- Changing deserts -- Water shortages -- Fighting back -- How science and you can help -- Major world deserts -- Glossary -- Index -- Websites.
Summary:
"Life in the desert is challenging. Lack of water and extreme temperatures make it hard to survive. Despite this, people have survived and thrived in the desert for thousands of years. This book describes deserts around the world and explores how people have adapted to life in this harsh terrain, from irrigation techniques to the special clothing they wear. The book will also look at the future of deserts and how climate change is affecting desert landscapes around the world. Through easy-to-read text and dynamic photographs, young readers will discover the complexity and beauty of the desert environment."-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.