Starting with the basic question of what a desert is, and proceeding
through a wide variety of questions about the dry desert climate, desert
animals, and the different ways humans use the desert, I Wonder Why the Sahara is Cold at Night
is a great introduction to this important environment. The question and
answer format gets young readers the information they want―like how
rattlesnakes kill their prey―while opening up the opportunity for
further discussion. The humorous illustrations, child-friendly text, and
open-anywhere format make this series a great choice for reluctant
readers.
