tongue

Defines the physical characteristics and uses of human and animal tongues, as well as other meanings of the word that can describe a language or part of a shoe.

Describes the many uses animals make of the tongue, such as an aid in eating and drinking, a means of self-defense, a smelling organ or as bait to attract prey; and of the tail, such as a swimming organ, a weapon for defense, a blanket to keep warm in, a fifth limb to climb with, and more.

Explores the sense of taste and how it functions in various animals, birds, insects, and fish.

An introduction to the subject of animal and human tongues, providing facts about the unusual features and functions of tongues.

Discusses things that taste sweet, sour, salty, delicious, and terrible, and includes a short scientific explanation of the sense of taste, with a diagram of the tongue.

This bright, colorful book explores the wild and wonderful variety of tongues in the world s animals.

Photographs and simple text introduce young readers to various animals who use their long tongues to frighten predators or catch insects.

Describes the tongues of various animals and the ways they are used.

Text and illustrations present things that taste sweet, sour, salty, delicious, and terrible. Included is a picture of the tongue and a short explanation of our sense of taste.

Discusses a sense of smell, including how a human nose works, how some animal noses work, and why it is important to take care of your sense of smell.