Frogs Toads Lizards and Salamanders Author:Nancy Winslow Parker An enticing look at familiar amphibians and reptiles found in the continental United States.... the left side of each spread features an amusing couplet paired with a cartoon-like drawing. On the right, a detailed, clearly labeled illustration of each animal is accompanied by a concise, fact-filled paragraph. For a short book, a large amount of ... more »information is conveyed, including a picture glossary depicting the life cycles of frogs and toads, relative size information and anatomical diagrams of both a frog and a lizard. Also featured are a glossary of terms, range maps, a chart of the scientific classification for each animal in the book, a bibliography and an index. Certain to appeal to children and scientists alike, this splendid, beautifully designed effort should be required reading for families and school classes contemplating nature expeditions. Ages 6-up.« less
Do you know what would make a toad play dead, or a lizard lose its tail?Find out the answers to these questions ,and discover other amazing facts inside.