rattlesnakes

Introduces the physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and life cycle of snakes, with an emphasis on the rattlesnake.

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of the rattlesnake and presents rattlesnake-related activities.

With the help of a rattlesnake and a scorpion, a lost boy gains two names and defeats the horrible foot-eating monster.

A mother rattlesnake who can locate food with her tongue and swallow prey in one gulp shares survival tips with her babies--and with humans.

When a friendly and talented rattlesnake slithers into Dustpan, Texas, he must prove his value to the residents of the town before the sheriff will allow him to stay.

On his first day of school, Crowboy pretends he is a rattlesnake, but then he meets a girl in his class who wants to be a rattlesnake too.

Profiles the rattlesnake, explaining how it hunts and kills, describing its relationship with humans, listing its prey, and providing a range map and "myth versus fact" section.

Questions and answers explore the world of snakes, with an emphasis on rattlesnakes.

As Little Britches, in her best attire, starts for the rodeo in town, she is waylaid by several rattlesnakes wanting to do her harm, but with some quick thinking she finds a way to outsmart them all.

Presents photographs and information about rattlesnakes, venomous species found in the U.S., Mexico, and Central and South America, looking at their physical characteristics, habitats, senses, prey, defenses, babies, and interactions with people.