Desert Giant
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Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 1989 · Est. 10 min read-aloud

Desert Giant

Written by Barbara Bash

Part of the Tree Tales series

Discover the hidden life within a towering desert cactus and its vital role in the ecosystem.

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28 pages· 1,272 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud· 980L
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In the scorching desert, a towering saguaro cactus teems with life. Its spiny arms shelter Gila woodpeckers and elf owls, while bats and doves feast on its nectar. Each year, the Tohono O'odham people harvest its sweet fruit, continuing an ancient tradition. This captivating tale reveals the intricate ecosystem surrounding the saguaro, offering a glimpse into the lives it sustains and the delicate balance of nature. What secrets does this desert giant hold, and how does it connect the creatures and people of its arid world? Uncover the mysteries of this living monument.

From the publisher

Documents the life cycle and ecosystem of the giant saguaro cactus and the desert animals it helps to support.

At a glance
Format
Pages
28
Words
1,272
Reading age
6–10
Audience
Picture
Lexile
980L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.5
F&P level
~W
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
18274
Publication
Published
September 1, 2002
First published
January 1, 1989
Publisher
Gibbs Smith
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781578050857

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