The desert tortoise  is a  species of  tortoise in the  family Testudinidae. The species is native to the Sonoran Deserts of the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico.  The desert tortoise is the official state reptile in California and Nevada. 

The desert tortoise lives about 50 to 80 years; it grows slowly and generally has a low reproductive rate. It spends most of its time in burrows, rock shelters, and pallets to regulate body temperature and reduce water loss. It is most active after seasonal rains and is inactive during most of the year. 

The children learnt about the American artist Ryan Conners and how she loves to draw cats wrapped up warmly and drinking hot drinks.  The children used collage to create their own COSY CATS.  Do you have a favourite? If so, why?  It’s hard to choose as they are all fabulous!