Author : Pam Holden
Publisher : Red Rocket Readers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,76 MB
Release : 2008-05-26
Category : Readers
ISBN : 9781877435560
Reptiles are a very old group of animals that have been on Earth from the time of the most famous reptiles, dinosaurs. Which reptiles are living nowadays? Do you know how they are different from mammals, or birds, or fish, or insects? Read to find out some more facts about reptiles. Reading Level 22/F&P Level M
Author : Tom Greve
Publisher : Britannica Digital Learning
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 28,64 MB
Release : 2020-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 162513777X
Updated for 2020, Examine the habitat, diet, and characteristics of various types of reptiles, including special adaptations that allow them to live in their environments.
Author : Jerry Pallotta
Publisher : Charlesbridge
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 49,7 MB
Release : 2016-12-06
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 163289551X
Find out why boa constrictors swallow their meals whole, learn why gila monster's tails are so fat, and meet a lizard that is larger than most people. As young readers turn the pages of this beautifully illustrated book, they will find that reptiles aren't really so "yucky." In fact, reptiles are among nature's most exotic and intriguing animals. Jerry Pallotta's well-researched text and Ralph Masiello's vivid illustrations will enthrall young and not-so-young readers alike.
Author : Patricia Bartlett
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 383 pages
File Size : 28,80 MB
Release : 2011-05-09
Category : Pets
ISBN : 1118068815
Packed with tips to care for your special critter Choose the right lizard, turtle, or snake - and give your pet the best care Fanatical about frogs? Gaga over geckos? This essential guide tells you what you must know before you own a reptile or amphibian, with authoritative advice on everything from proper caging and feeding to health care, socializing, transporting, and more. You'll find out about the different species, normal and abnormal behavior, the basics of breeding, and complying with laws. The Dummies Way * Explanations in plain English * "Get in, get out" information * Icons and other navigational aids * Tear-out cheat sheet * Top ten lists * A dash of humor and fun
Author : Buffy Silverman
Publisher : Lerner Publications
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 29,82 MB
Release : 2011-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0761388818
What do a penguin, a pigeon, and a peacock have in common? They're all birds! Learn about the characteristics that all birds share.
Author : DK
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 41,37 MB
Release : 2013-02-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1409329828
Learn all you need to know (and more) about these stunningly slithery reptiles Ever wondered how to charm a cobra? Everything You Need to Know About Snakes contains amazing facts and staggering statistics that will tell you all you could hope to know about the slithery snake. Find out how far a cobra can spit, meet some seriously slippery characters in the most camouflaged stakes, have a look at a gallery of fangs and read all about a whopping 15m long prehistoric snake. Perfect for school projects, Everything You Need to Know About Snakes also contains facts about lizards, crocodiles, tortoises and turtles. It's everything you need to know and everything you want to find out.
Author : Mark O'Shea
Publisher : Ivy Press
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 32,13 MB
Release : 2021-03-23
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1782409572
Lizards of the World is ultimate book on these fascinating creatures, featuring the all the different types of lizard worldwide. As survivors from the time of the dinosaurs, lizards are scaly, cold-blooded, living fossils—relics from a prehistoric world that remain alive and well in ours. Lizards exert a morbid fascination, in many mythologies they are dark creatures, symbolizing death and misfortune. From chameleons and skinks to geckos and iguanas, Lizards of the World brings these creatures firmly into the light, to reveal their extraordinary diversity Found in almost every type of terrain globally, there are almost 6,500 species of lizard, including lizards with frills, horns, or wings, those that drop their tails, and others that squirt blood from their eyes. Here, the lizard family and subfamily profiles, organized phylogenetically, are illustrated with stunning photography. Each profile includes a population distribution map, a table of essential information, and a fascinating commentary revealing notable characteristics, fresh scientific understanding, and the diversity of species. Written by world-renowned herpetologist Mark O’Shea, Lizards of the World is a magnificent showcase of the natural history and beauty of these remarkable reptiles.
Author : Tish Rabe
Publisher : Random House Books for Young Readers
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 32,73 MB
Release : 2019-06-18
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0593126661
Laugh and learn with fun facts about lizards, snakes, crocodiles, and more—all told in Dr. Seuss’s beloved rhyming style and starring the Cat in the Hat! “I’m the Cat in the Hat in my Crocodile Car. We’re off to find reptiles wherever they are.” The Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library series combines beloved characters, engaging rhymes, and Seussian illustrations to introduce children to non-fiction topics from the real world! Explore the world of reptiles and learn: • how snakes smell with their tongue • the difference between a turtle and a tortoise • why a chameleon changes colors • and much more! Perfect for story time and for the youngest readers, Miles and Miles of Reptiles: All About Reptiles also includes an index, glossary, and suggestions for further learning. Look for more books in the Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library series! If I Ran the Horse Show: All About Horses Clam-I-Am! All About the Beach A Whale of a Tale! All About Porpoises, Dolphins, and Whales Safari, So Good! All About African Wildlife There's a Map on My Lap! All About Maps Oh, the Lavas That Flow! All About Volcanoes Out of Sight Till Tonight! All About Nocturnal Animals What Cat Is That? All About Cats Once upon a Mastodon: All About Prehistoric Mammals Oh Say Can You Say What's the Weather Today? All About Weather The Cat on the Mat: All About Mindfulness
Author : Sue Bradford Edwards
Publisher : ABDO
Page : 115 pages
File Size : 29,59 MB
Release : 2018-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 153215951X
The Evolution of Reptiles explores what we know about reptile evolution, from theories of the past to recent breakthroughs in research. This title also looks at the science behind the research, from studying fossils to analyzing DNA. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Author : J. Sean Doody
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 437 pages
File Size : 13,34 MB
Release : 2021-06
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1421440679
Revealing the secrets of reptilian social relationships through original quantitative research, field studies, laboratory experiments, and careful analysis of the literature, The Secret Social Lives of Reptiles elevates these fascinating animals to key players in the science of behavioral ecology.
