Book

Surviving the desert / Louise Spilsbury.

Summary:

"Dehydration. Freezing night temperatures. Scorpions. These are just some of the dangers that await those traveling through the desert. With preparation, anyone can survive. But what if something goes wrong? This book introduces readers to the desert ecosystem in an inventive, fascinating way through its perils. Real-life tales of those who have survived the hardest parts of desert living encourage readers to be prepared when visiting an area with little water, lots of sun, and quicksand. Full-color photographs accompany each story, while multiple-choice questions help readers assess each scary situation" --Amazon.com.

Record details

ISBN: 9781482450934
Physical Description: 48 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Publisher: New York : Gareth Stevens Publishing, 2017.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Desert dangers -- Seeking shade -- Sunburn -- Shelter -- Making shelters -- Food and drink -- Getting water -- Finding food -- Animal attacks -- Scorpions -- Rattlesnakes -- Gila monsters -- Natural hazards -- Sandstorms -- Quicksand -- Flash floods -- Escape the desert -- Lost? -- Rescue! -- Be prepared -- Answers.