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by Lara Hawthorne (Author), Lara Hawthorne (Illustrator)
"Beautifully, delicately illustrated pages bring the desert and its plants and animals to life." --Booklist
As the summer sun sets over the Sonoran Desert in Arizona, wildlife gathers to witness a very special annual event. The night flower is about to bloom. For a few short hours, the desert is transformed into a riot of color and sound as mammals and insects congregate for this miracle of nature. Explore the fascinating desert ecosystem--from pollinating fruit bats to howling mice--in this beautiful nonfiction picture book.Author Biography
Lara Hawthorne is a graduate of Falmouth University in England. She is the author-illustrator of Alba and the Ocean Cleanup and Ratty's Big Adventure. Inspired by nature, myths, and legends, she creates wonderful small worlds with her distinct watercolor style. She lives in Bristol, England.
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions: 0.5 x 10.9 x 8.4 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: January 09, 2024
