Välkommen in i reptilernas värld! I denna vackert illustrerade bok, som tar dig både högt upp bland trädtopparna och långt ner under vattnet, får du möta en mängd olika reptiler och amfibier, från den mäktiga komodovaranen till den pyttelilla rödögd…
A beautifully rich and personal exploration of the plight of amphibians and the people working to save them. Moore's book proves him not just a fantastic photographer but an excellent reporter and compelling storyteller. Such a vital part of the na…
With over 7,000 known species, frogs display a stunning array of forms and behaviors. A single gram of the toxin produced by the skin of the Golden Poison Frog can kill 100,000 people. Male Darwin's Frogs carry their tadpoles in their vocal sacs for…
With nearly 6,000 species currently identified, frogs and toads are the most familiar and abundant amphibians on the planet. Frogs and Toads of the World is a comprehensive guide to the natural history of this large and diverse group of creatures. S…
Owen Davey returns with another guide to animals, this time digging into the wonderous world of frogs Cool illustrations and fun facts give you all a kid could want to know, and more about frogs Did you know that there are over 4,000 known species…
Secretive, nocturnal, and little known, salamanders are often the most abundant vertebrates on the forest floor. This comprehensive volume, the first survey published since 1943, describes the ecology, evolution, biodiversity, behavior, and natural…
This is one in a series of first-hand adventures from National Geographic photographers, drawing young readers directly into the natural world. Through the in-the-field adventures of Mark Moffett, this book brings children face to face with frogs.
You're two inches away from a poison dart frog. You're lying on the rain forest floor as she hops toward you, utterly fearless. This deadly terribilis frog has nothing to fear; your fear is that any accidental contact with your skin could mean death…
How does a tadpole become a frog? Follow each step in nature's cycle--from egg to adulthood--in this fascinating book
This booklet is offered to those members of the wilderness-loving public who enjoy a deeper-than-average interest in the wildlife of the Natal Drakensberg. It is a carefully drafted account of the frogs and toads of the streams and forests of these…
Aprende todo sobre las ranas en este emocionante libro para ni os en espa ol.Est lleno de im genes bellas e interesantes que les ense an a los ni os todo sobre estos animales asombrosos. Este libro de Nivel 1 es apropiado para los primeros pasos de…
This beginner's guide offers a first glimpse into the natural world of amphibians. In this addition to the acclaimed About... series, educator and author Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children what amphibians are, ho…
Shine the science spotlight on frogs, toads, newts, salamanders, and caecilians Organized by reference topics such as habitat, anatomy, and diet, Amphibians introduces young readers and browsers to these water-dependent animals through vibrant full-…
There are so many kinds of frogs in the world -- more than 5,000 -- and all of them are fabulous. Huge frogs, tiny frogs, hairy frogs, and flying frogs hop through the pages of this colorful nonfiction book. Discover the Goliath frog, biggest in the…
"Rich in greens and browns and full of splattery textures, especially the frogs. Most frog books focus on life cycle, this one nicely highlights diversity instead." -- Kirkus Reviews Huge frogs, tiny frogs, hairy frogs, and flying frogs hop through…
Frogs are amazingly diverse-ranging from the massive goliath frog, which weighs several pounds, to the recently discovered gold frog, which measures a mere three-eighths of an inch when fully grown-and have inhabited the earth for more than 200 mill…
Young children are natural problem solvers and always looking for answers, especially when it involves animals. Guess What: Spotted Singers provides young curious readers with striking visual clues and simply written hints. Using the photos and text…
Sea cucumbers? Flying dragons? Students will be shocked and amazed by these unusual creatures Amazing photographs and informative text provide reading practice and enjoyable learning for elementary readers on eight unique animals. The inclusion of f…
A sneak peek into the remarkable world of the tailless amphibians. Some frogs blend into the green of their ponds, and live an unremarkable existence. But some are strange looking, having adapted to a special environment. This colourful and informat…
The process of a new life starting is fascinating Watch a frog grow from an egg to a hopping amphibian. Young readers will learn about the stages in a frog's life, including how and what they eat and what happens to them in the winter. The life cycl…
This book is all about amphibians: what they do, how they behave, and how these characteristics are different from other groups of animals. Beautifully illustrated with colorful photographs, the book shows many examples of different types of amphibi…
Caterpillar to butterfly, tadpole to frog--some creatures take growing up to a whole new level Learn all about how animals grow and change in this leveled Co-reader, perfect for parents and kids to read together. Through vibrant, adorable images an…
She's good for the environment... and she's disgusting Distinctive trait: Warts Food preference: Bugs and worms Special talent: Eating her own skin Disgusting? Yes, but fun, too The Toad is the next installment of the Disgusting Critter series. Hila…
This book covers the major aspects of phylogeny and reproductive biology of frogs in chapters written by major authorities. Topics treated are: anuran phylogeny, classification and reproductive modes; gross anatomy of the reproductive system; oogene…
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…
Discover the magic of vernal pools--wetlands that fill with water in the spring and dry up in the summer--by following the annual life cycle of spotted salamanders. From shimmering eggs and wriggling larvae to metamorphosis and hibernation, these ep…
The engaging Explore My World picture books invite kids to take their first big steps toward understanding the world around them and are just the thing for parents and kids to curl up with and read aloud. In Explore My World Frogs, curious kids lear…
Everything You Need to Know about Reptiles and Amphibians looks at the lives and times of the amazing world of our cold-blooded friends from all angles. A fascinating read packed with information on habitats, breeding habits, as well as oddities, sh…
Explore the wonders of tadpoles as they hatch from eggs and discover their fascinating transformation into grown frogs through stunning pictures.
One of the little known species in the danger of extinction, gymophionan amphibians, are also known as caecilians or apoda. Gymnophiona contains 154 species belonging to 34 genera and 6 families. For many years, studies on the Gymnophiona were dispa…
The small, terrestrial eastern red-backed salamander is abundant on many forest floors of northeastern North America. Dr. Robert Jaeger and many of his graduate students spent over 50 years studying this species in New York and Virginia, using ecolo…
This book tells the life story of a salamander, using simple, concise text and stunning photographs. Read it to discover the unique life cycle and metamorphosis undergone by this fascinating amphibian as it changes from an egg to a larva to a fully…
Hello, bees and butterflies. Hello, cheetahs and eagles. Hello, ... fun The popular Seedlings series from Creative Education now offers irresistible introductions to five more wild animals and three familiar insects. Written in a friendly voice, fil…
This popular series travels the planet to study these and other fascinating mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, and invertebrates. Beautiful photos are paired with STEM-appropriate textto examine the featured creature's appearance, habitat, behaviors, a…
What's the difference between a frog and a toad? The natural world comes alive for young readers (Ages 6-7) with Rookie Read-About "RM" Science With striking, full-color photos and just the right amount of text, this series immediately involves youn…
For ages 4-10. This non-fiction picture book compares the anatomy, social habits and lifestyles of a pond frog with those of a small child through playful questions and answers.
This title is suitable for children ages 4-10. This non-fiction picture book compares the anatomy, social habits and lifestyles of a pond frog with those of a small child through playful questions and answers.
Amphibians are ecological equivalents of the canary in the coal mine. Because they have little physiological control over their body temperatures or evaporative water loss, frogs and toads, salamanders and newts, and the tropical wormlike caecilians…
What is an amphibian? Frogs, toads, and salamanders and are all amphibians
Follow us on a journey around all the body parts of amphibians, from eyes to pouches, to feet to tails. Find out all about how each body part works, what it looks like and what it does and how each body part differs between species.
Marty Crump has searched for salamanders along the Amazon River; she has surveyed amphibians and reptiles in hostile Huaorani Indian territory; she has been stung by a conga ant and had run-ins with an electric eel, a boa constrictor and a bushmaste…
Qu tienen en com n una rana toro, una salamandra y un sapo? Son todos anfibios Conozca las caracter sticas que comparten todos los anfibios. What do a bullfrog, a salamander, and a toad have in common? They're all amphibians Learn about the charact…
Introducing emergent readers to vocabulary has never been so fun This series includes a search-and-find feature that's perfect for engaging even the youngest readers. From geckos to owls, Backyard Animals utilizes captivating photos to teach kinderg…
