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School Library Journal
Reviewed on June 1, 2012 | Preschool to Grade 4
Gr 3-5—Miller's brief but informative white-lettered text floats on Van Zyle's vivid, realistic illustrations in this look at the flora and fauna of the Simpson Desert in the hot, arid heart of the Australian outback. Goannas, thorny devils, emus, kangaroos, blue-tailed skinks, and other critters pop in and out of readers' vision, accompanied by interesting snippets of information (a ningaui "we...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2012
When sudden rain refreshes central Australia's long-dry Simpson Desert, dormant seeds and estivating creatures emerge, absorb or lap up water, and spro...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
