Tales of the Sonoran Desert- Desert

What if some of the strangest things in a fairy tale were actually real?Meet Short Tail, a curious young jackrabbit growing up in the Sonoran Desert. With his clever friend Barbara the Elf Owl beside him, every question can lead to a new adventure-and sometimes to a little trouble.Jumping beans, mysterious desert plants, an unforgettable caterpillar, and unexpected journeys are all waiting to be discovered.But not everything surprising in Short Tail's world is make-believe. Behind the talking animals and playful adventures are real creatures, plants, and natural wonders of the Sonoran Desert. The book's illustrated Sonorapedia brings children even closer to the real desert behind the stories.Filled with curiosity, gentle humor, friendship, and discovery, Adventures of Short Tail is a read-aloud and early-reading adventure for children ages 5-8.Part of the Tales of the Sonoran Desert series.