reptiles

Text and photographs introduce young readers to different types of reptiles and amphibians, including snakes, frogs, turtles, lizards, and more.

Provides illustrations and short text on animals, birds, insects, reptiles and amphibians from all over the world.

"Explores the similarities between turtles and tortoises, and how to tell them apart. Discover how traits like shell shape, habitat, and lifespan can be used to identify these slow-moving reptiles"--Provided by publisher.

"These creatures might not be the first image that comes to mind when one hears the word 'monster,' but a Gila monster's bite can be deadly to its prey! While this reptile moves slowly, it is able to protect itself from predators ina fascinating way. Accessible text supports . . . aspects of elementary science curricula, while . . . photographs keep readers of many ages and levels engaged"--Provided by publisher.

"Imagine all the ways having an extra eye could make life easier. Lucky for iguanas, they don't have to imagine! With the help of this . . . [book], reptile-loving readers will learn all about these scaly creatures, from their diets and habitats to how exactly that extra eye comes in handy"--Provided by publisher.

"Unlike many other creatures, snapping turtles aren't very picky when it comes to their food. They're usually happy to eat almost anything they can get their mouths on! Readers of this innovative volume are introduced to these often-aggressive animals and learn key facts about them, such as the differences between the common snapping turtle and the alligator snapping turtle. Photographs correlate closely with . . . text, supporting a solid understanding of the book's scientific and curricular content"--Provided by publisher.

"Many people know that chameleons have the ability to change colors, but not everyone knows exactly how they do it. Readers of this . . . volume will discover the secret behind the chameleon's colorful alterations. They will also learn many more interesting facts about these incredible lizards"--Provided by publisher.

"Killer Croc climbs out of the sewers--with an army of reptile warriors! Batman and Robin are hot on their lizardlike tails. Can the Dynamic Duo stop their reptile raid, or will these slimy super-villains give the heroes the slip? Find out in this . . . early chapter book"--Back cover.

Simple text and photographs provide an introduction to sidewinders.

You can learn more about these wild animals and become a naturalist-in-training! You will find the habitat, diet, and common behaviors of North American reptiles, amphibians and insects and how you can spot them outside.