Tobler, Elise

"While they're not exactly the mythical fire-breathing monsters their name brings to mind, Komodo dragons are stillfierce predators. They're also the world's largest lizards and can weigh as much as an adult person! . . . learn all about these unique reptiles"--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.

"While they're not exactly the mythical fire-breathing monsters their name brings to mind, Komodo dragons are stillfierce predators. They're also the world's largest lizards and can weigh as much as an adult person! . . . learn all about these unique reptiles"--Provided by publisher.

"Geckos can live in many different habitats and have unique features that help them stay alive. This book introduces readers to many different kinds of geckos-from those living in the desert to those living in the pet store!Reptile lovers will enjoy learning all sorts of science facts about geckos, such as how they are able to walk on walls and the ins and outs of their life cycle"--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.