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Author
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Pub. Date
[2013]
Physical Desc
291 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
"For 150 million years, the skies didn't belong to birds--they belonged to the pterosaurs. These flying reptiles, which include the pterodactyls, shared the world with the nonavian dinosaurs until their extinction 65 million years ago. Some pterosaurs, such as the giant azhdarchids, were the largest flying animals of all time, with wingspans exceeding thirty feet and standing heights comparable to modern giraffes. This richly illustrated book takes...
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2018]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
40 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
"This exciting survey of the world's frog species will introduce children to varieties as diverse as the golden poison frog (the planet's most toxic animal), the Amau frog (so tiny it's no bigger than a housefly), and the Chinese gliding frog (which can 'fly' up to 17 feet). Their different hunting techniques, preferred foods, body types, and methods of defense are covered, as are the universal basics of the frog life cycle"--Amazon.com.
Author
Publisher
Timber Press
Pub. Date
2021.
Physical Desc
253 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm
Language
English
Description
"This accessible book encourages people to discover the amazing world of snakes, frogs, lizards, turtles, and newts. Emphasis is on "wow" species (colorful, fun), common backyard or easily-seen-on-a-day-hike species, and those species whose stories best reveal the changing face of nature today. All species accounts will have at least two photos, and a few have as many as five. Each entry will begin with a box of essential information to help orient...
Author
Publisher
Familius LLC
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"Chameleon is sad because he doesn't have a color of his own. He borrows yellow from the sun, pink from an orchid, and orange from a tiger, but will there be enough color for everyone? With gorgeous, colorful illustrations and a message about the power of giving, The Chameleon's True Colors is the picture book every family needs on their shelf."--Amazon.com.
Author
Language
English
Description
"When acclaimed naturalist Sy Montgomery and wildlife artist Matt Patterson arrive at Turtle Rescue League, they are greeted by hundreds of turtles recovering from injury and illness. Endangered by cars and highways, pollution and poachers, these turtles--with wounds so severe that even veterinarians would have dismissed them as fatal--are given a second chance at life. The League's founders, Natasha and Alexxia, live by one motto: Never give up on...
Author
Series
Publisher
Triangle Interactive, LLC
Pub. Date
2018
Language
Español
Description
Do you think a snake would make a good pet? This fact-filled, Spanish-translated title uses bright, vivid images in conjunction with descriptive and informative language to let readers decide if they think these cold-blooded reptiles would make good pets.
Author
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"It's time for a field trip! Fly Guy and Buzz are going to the zoo to learn all about snakes. With straightforward text, humorous asides, and kid-friendly full-bleed photographs throughout, young readers will love learning about these slithery creatures."--
Author
Series
Questioneers volume 6
Publisher
Amulet Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
154 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
When Zookeeper Fred's green snake Vern gets loose in the zoo, the Questioneers need all their talents to help find him, but in the end, it is Aaron's art that leads the way. Includes facts about snakes.
10) Frogs
Author
Publisher
Big Buddy Books
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 x 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
This book introduces readers to the unique features of frogs. Basic information is covered, such as life cycle, habitat, range, diet, predators, and threats. Table of contents, diagrams, interesting facts, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Index Infographics Table of contents...
11) Iguanas
Author
Series
Publisher
Big Buddy Books, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Introduces the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of iguanas.
12) Frogs
Author
Language
English
Description
An introduction to frogs, discussing their tadpole beginnings, noises they make, their hibernation, body parts, and how they differ from toads.
Author
Publisher
Big Picture Press
Pub. Date
2021
Edition
First US edition.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 31 cm
Language
English
Description
There are reptiles everywhere! Pull on your boots and get ready to track down some reptiles. Follow geckos through the Madagascan jungle, take a stroll down to the beach to watch baby turtles hatch, and be ready to scramble up a tree if you catch sight of a Komodo dragon. The amazing world of reptiles is full of surprises.
14) Can you see me?
Author
Series
Publisher
Beginner Books, a division of Random House
Pub. Date
[2019]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
A giant lizard takes a colorful approach to blending in with his surroundings and hiding from a group of children.
15) Frog or toad
Author
Series
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
Some animals look so alike, it's difficult to tell which is which! The Frog or Toad book in the Which Is Which? series helps readers discover the similarities and differences between frogs and toads. Focused on 21st Century content, the Which Is Which? series encourages readers to ask questions, think more critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography....
16) Salamanders
Author
Series
Publisher
Big Buddy Books a division of Abdo Pub
Pub. Date
[2020] c2019.
Physical Desc
32 pages ; color illustrations ; 22 x 24 centimeters.
Language
English
Description
This book introduces readers to the unique features of salamanders. Basic information is covered, such as habitat, life cycle, range, diet, predators, and threats. Table of contents, interesting facts, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
Some animals look so alike, it's difficult to tell which is which! The Crocodile or Alligator book in the Which Is Which? series helps readers discover the similarities and differences between crocodiles and alligators. Focused on 21st Century content, the Which Is Which? series encourages readers to ask questions, think more critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index,...
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media, Inc
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces turtles and tortoises to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media, Inc
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces alligators and crocodiles to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--
Author
Publisher
Down East Books
Pub. Date
c2006
Physical Desc
208 p., 24 p. of plates : ill. (some col.) ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
As author Himmelman can attest, people of all ages are actively learning more about frogs, toads, and salamanders. This book covers everything from amphibians' physiology to their place in folklore and literature to possible explanations of why many populations have declined. Along the way we learn where to find them and how to identify them, how to handle them safely, how to create vernal pools and year-round pond habitats for them, and more.
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