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Sahara Desert

Explore the Amazing Sahara Desert!

The Sahara Desert is a giant sandy place in Africa. It’s super hot and dry! But many special animals and plants call it home. Can you imagine living there?

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Fun Facts

  • The Sahara can reach temperatures over 120°F (49°C) in the summer.
  • Some parts of the Sahara have not seen rain for years!
  • The Sahara is home to the fastest land animal, the cheetah!

Think About It

  • Draw your favorite animal that might live in the Sahara!
  • Can you name three things you would need to survive in the desert?
  • What do you think the Sahara looked like thousands of years ago?

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