Way Out in the Desert
Book Review:
The authors used the music to Over in the Meadow to explore
the many animals that inhabit the desert. The book progresses from one
to ten and morning to night. The numbers accurately correspond to the
number of young each animal has. Among the wild animals are: the horned
toad, hummingbirds, javelinas, rattlesnakes, Gila monsters, roadrunners,
jackrabbit, scorpions, coyotes and tarantulas. The authors portray the
animals realistically by stating, for example, that the javelinas rooted
all night by the palo verde tree. The end of the book also has a glossary
that gives interesting information about each of the wildlife characters
from the desert. This excellent source for children contains many of
the popular elements that attract children's interest. It is a fun and
easy read-along with rhyme and a captivating tune. It explores the desert
with loads of information. The book has beautiful bold illustrations
that enhance the enjoyment of reading or singing it. For extra fun and
mathematical reinforcement, each page even has a hidden number.
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