Provided by Scott Foresman . Provided by Scott Foresman . Provided by Scott Foresman . Provided by Scott Foresman . A basic encyclopedic entry covers the wind, land formations, plant and animal adaptations, and human influences characteristic of the desert.
Students explore conservation strategies as they design a water-saving item.
This extensive site features links to animals, plants, geology, and people of the desert. Articles are clear and informative. A large number of links to specific desert museums and sites around the country are provided. Project suggestions and evaluation rubrics are provided. This quiz reviews information about weather.