amphibians

Examines the evolution, physical characteristics, behaviors, environments, and life cycles of amphibians, including frogs, toads, newts, and salamanders.

Long legs, sticky tongues, big round eyes, and other dazzling features---what's not to love about frogs? In this magnificently illustrated picture book, Caldecott Honor-winning team Steve Jenkins and Robin Page explore one of the world's most diverse---and most threatened---animals. With more than 5,000 different frog species on the planet, in every color of the rainbow and a vast number of vivid patterns, no creatures are more fascinating to learn about or look at. Jenkins and Page present a stunning array of these intriguing amphibians and the many amazing adaptations they have made to survive.

Provides information about invasive reptile and amphibians, including tegu lizard, tokay gecko, bullfrog, and others.

Simple text and detailed illustrations present amphibians, covering where they live, how they grow, and how they protect themselves from other animals.

Most people know what a frog looks like on the outside, but what goes on inside its body? With the help of this ingenious book, inquisitive readers will learn all about the internal features of frogs and other amphibians. Colorful diagrams show readers what the insides of animals such as newts, salamanders, and toads look like. Simple labels and captions help readers understand key functions of the different parts of the amphibians' bodies. Vibrant illustrations paired with accessible text support the understanding of key concepts in this exciting must-have book for young animal lovers.

Text and illustrations provide an introduction to reptiles and amphibians.

Explores the characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycles of over four hundred reptiles and amphibians from around the world.

Examines the similarities and differences between the characteristics of amphibians and reptiles.

"How did the glass frog get its name? Its heart, stomach, and organs are visible through its translucent belly. This is just one of the many whacky creatures classified as amphibians. Readers of this captivating book will devour fun facts about frogs, toads, salamanders, and other strange amphibians. Fact boxes throughout the book are filled with tidbits of knowledge and fun questions. Readers can complete the quiz at the end of the book to test their memory. Vibrant photographs of these bizarrely beautiful animals will marvel even reluctant readers. This accessible, playfully designed book will be at home in any library or classroom.".

"Not many people report being bitten by a frog, but many will notice the weird ooze that seeps out of a toad's skin when they're picked up. These are just two strange adaptations that have helped amphibians survive in their environment. That's also why salamanders need the ability to regrow limbs, or even part of their brain. Curious future scientists learn all about these awesome adaptations as well as other important topics such as the unique amphibian life cycle, all complemented by full-color, up-close photographs."--Publisher.