Do you love frogs? Did you know that some of the most beautiful frogs are also very deadly? Read this book to learn about poison dart frogs' amazing adaptations.
A look at the ways in which humankind's understanding of its place in nature has changed through the course of Western history. It features an anthology of writings on amphibians drawn from the entire Western natural history tradition, beginning wit…
Describes how frogs develop from eggs to tadpoles to froglets to adult frogs.
Part picture book for pleasure reading. . . . and part practical how-to, this dramatic account is the next best thing to setting up a hatchery of your own. -- Family Fun When a mother brings her daughter to a pond to collect some frog spawn, the li…
Female frogs lay eggs in the water, but what hatches isn't a frog yet-it's a tadpole! This classic Level 1 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out picture book shows the incredible metamorphosis that occurs as a tadpole loses its fishy tail and gills and becomes a…
A stunningly illustrated introduction to our planet's many frog species Frogs, frogs, and more frogs 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…
From tiny, colorful tree frogs to the giant salamanders that burrow along the riverbanks of Japan, there are more than 7,000 amphibian species living on our planet today.A True Book: Animal Kingdom series introduces young investigative readers to an…
This book introduces readers to the life cycle, behavior, physical characteristics, and habitat of frogs. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, M…
Some 300 species of amphibians inhabit North America. The past two decades have seen an enormous growth in interest about amphibians and an increased intensity of scientific research into their fascinating biology and continent-wide distribution. Th…
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…
This nonfiction reader follows the ever-changing life of a frog as it grows from an egg to a tadpole to a full-grown frog! AGES: 4 to 7
Rumm . . . rumm . . . rumm. A male bullfrog sings. A female bullfrog likes his song. And a life cycle begins. Eggs hatch and become tadpoles. The tadpoles nibble plants. They grow legs and start to breathe. Now they are little bullfrogs. They eat f…
Did you know that a group of tree frogs is called an army -- or that a frog's tongue attaches to the front of its mouth?Nature's Children series provides young readers (Ages 8-10) with fascinating information about the planet's most incredible wildl…
Frogs are quirky and gross, but as A Chorus of Frogs shows, they're also important: As an "indicator species" -- one sensitive to environmental contaminants -- frogs hold important lessons for humanity. A Chorus of Frogs explores frogs from many ang…
Relaunch of the Scholastic Science Readers with brand new covers, photographs, and interior designs.Watch a tiny tadpole grow into an adult frog in this book full of facts and photographs. Learn what tadpoles eat, how they survive, and how they tran…
A superb collection of field recordings and descriptions offer unparalleled access to the sounds and calls of numerous popular and less well-known amphibians. The book and CD provide an introduction to the sound repertoire of species living in easte…
This book is the culmination of an international collaboration of zoologists to describe the embryology of Xenopus, including the origins of the organ systems, with the purpose of promoting the use of Xenopus as a model amphibian for embryological s…
This user-friendly guide is the only complete resource that identifies and describes all the amphibians and reptiles - salamanders, frogs and toads, lizards, snakes, and tortoises and turtles - that live in California. The species are described in r…
The critically acclaimed Scientist in the Field book about how one boy's interest in backyard science inspired a career in scientific discovery.When Tyrone Hayes was growing up in South Carolina, he didn't worry about pesticides. He just liked to co…
From the book: "It's on our watch that amphibians are checking out. I think we ought to be very concerned about that." Frogs are found everywhere: from the tropics to north of the Arctic Circle, from the heights of the Himalayan Mountains to the dr…
In this book, the authors gather and present topical research from across the globe in the study of the biology, ecology and uses of frogs. Topics discussed include using frog red blood cells for exploring the ion transport pathways across cellular…
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 Whic…
A description of the structural and functional adaptations of the key organs such as skin, kidneys, bladder, lungs and ovaries, with special emphasis placed on physiological adaptations: water, electrolyte, nitrogen, and thermal balance and their en…
This book introduces readers to one of the most colorful frogs in the world: the red-eyed tree frog. Readers learn about the life cycle, behavior, physical characteristics, and habitat of red-eyed tree frogs. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text…
Frogs, toads, newts, salamanders, and the rare caecilians come in a stunning array of colors, shapes, sizes, and habitats. They live both in water and on land and move in a variety of ways from swimming to hopping and even flying. With a series of s…
"This book is an outstanding contribution to our understanding and enjoyment of frogs by an eminent leader in the field of amphibian biology. It is written in an engaging style, which reflects the author's long interest in popularizing natural histo…
A Golden Guide(r) FROM ST. MARTIN'S PRESSEnjoy and Learn Expert Knowledge Easy-to-Read For many naturalists, woodland frogs and toads represent some of their first encounters with wildlife. Now this Golden Guide from St. Martin's Press offers fascin…
This scientific masterpiece reveals many aspects of the lives of marsupial frogs and closely allied genera. Native to Central and South America, these amphibians differ from other frogs in that they protect their eggs after oviposition by either adh…
Introduces facts about red-eyed tree frogs, including physical features, habitat, life cycle, food, and threats to these rainforest creatures. Photos, captions, and keywords supplement the narrative of this informational text. Questions in the backm…
WHAT WAS THAT? That's the roaring burp of a bullfrog SEE THAT? That's the slick, shiny skin of colorful little rainforest frogs Alive with froggy facts, this book has the coolest photos to bring kids deep into the swampy world of our amphibian amigo…
A Year in My Life. Have you ever wondered what it is like to be an amphibian - read this special book and find out! The narrative introduces youngsters to the true wonders of the natural world in an entertaining way. From waking up in the spring, to…
With this series children can explore some of the most interesting and important life cycles in the animal kingdom. With engaging language and an innovative use of design, this series makes the science behind life cycles accessible to reluctant conf…
For over 350 million years, thousands of species of amphibians have lived on earth, but since the 1990s they have been disappearing at an alarming rate, in many cases quite suddenly and mysteriously. What is causing these extinctions? What role do h…
Building on the success of its popular predecessor, the second edition of Ecotoxicology of Amphibians and Reptiles presents newly available findings on the species that are important environmental indicators. This new edition covers nearly twice as…
Frogs have long played a role in tales of legend and lore--symbolizing fertility, omens, impending rain, and more. "Frogs" is an introduction to the world's most fascinating frogs and toads, including detailed coverage of frog characteristics, their…
With a quick flip of the tongue, a frog catches its next meal. Learn all about theses long legged amphibians in Frogs.
Published in Cooperation with the Wildlife Conservation SocietyEast Africa is well known for its wealth of plants and animals, represented in game reserves, such as the Serengeti in Tanzania, the Maasai-Mara in Kenya, and the Bwindi Impenetrable For…
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…
Frogs are fantastic, from their wonderfully wide mouths down to their super-sticky toes Rookie Toddler books offer fun ways to engage with little ones during story time and play time. Each book includes story-related tips that help extend the readin…
When frogs get together, they love to sing They fill their big, bulgy throat pouch with air and sing out loud. Some peep, some trill, some growl, some creek, and some go WAAH, WAAH, WAAH It's a chorus that happens near almost every pond and stream.…
