Age 25 years, all fkb books, beginner english, creative commons, danielle bruckert, english stories, free kids books, grade k and pre k, reptiles, toddlers theres a gecko on my wall, says the narrator, what sort of other geckos will we see in this beautiful. There couldnt be a better snake or reptile book for adults or kids. Apr 03, 2016 pocket guide snakes and other reptiles of southern africa offers helpful descriptions, distribution maps and colourful images of 276 of south africas snake and reptile species. Thats why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture. Jan 01, 2008 with a title like the scariest coldblooded creatures on earth you are not going to find pictures of cobras cuddling up with fluffy bunnies people. Apr 12, 2019 the book of snakes presents 600 species of snakes from around the world, covering nearly one in six of all snake species. Teachingbooks snakes and other extraordinary reptiles.
Magic tree house research guides are now magic tree. Snakes of mexico describes all 390 species known from the country. The book covers the most abundant species and or the most distinctive species. A crazy day with cobras, they had lots of questions. His life has revolved around snakes for more than five decades and is an advocate for snake conservation. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Did you know that there is a separate, nonfiction series that provides facts on. Snakes and other extraordinary reptiles by samantha hilton. Expertly written and including examples from across the globe, these guides will give you knowledge of the natural world at your fingertips. The everything kids snakes, lizards, and other scaly. Snakes and other reptiles scholastic news nonfiction.
My handson approach to learning grabs the attention of all ages. Snakes and other reptiles by mary pope osborne goodreads. Living with snakes and other reptiles ebook by simon. There was a greater mortality among snakes compared to lizards. Pdf nature guide snakes and other reptiles and amphibians. Dorling kindersley, dk, eyewitness and the open book logo are trade marks of dorling kindersley limited. Snakes and other reptiles and amphibians is compact and easytouse, including stunning photography, and a comprehensive catalog of coldblooded creatures including snakes, frogs, crocodiles, and lizards. Describes the characteristics, habits, and habitat of an often misunderstood group of animals that includes snakes, crocodiles, alligators, turtles, and lizards. Welcome to snake discovery, where i bring the reptiles to you and teach kids and adults.
Learn about snakes and other reptiles, including gliding lizards, pit vipers, sea turtles and more. Did you know that there is a separate, nonfiction series that provides facts on the events in each book. Living with snakes and other reptiles, simon watharow. Oct 07, 2014 best book on cobras one of the best books on cobras and snakes, from the eyes of the famous snake expert, william bill haast. Amazing facts and fun activities for kids who love reptiles. Book snakes and other reptiles by natalie pope boyce and mary pope. Openings called pit holes in front of their eyes sense the heat given off by warmblooded prey. Snakes and other reptiles scholastic news nonfiction readers 9780516249360.
Explore the world of snakes, lizards, turtles, crocodilians, and other coldblooded animals of all sizes with tons of puzzles, exciting reptile facts, and doityourself activities. The main benefit a military doctor would gain from a book such as the book of snakes is being able to identify different species found within a particular part of the world, whether it is venomous, and discover what kind of venom it may possess. From speedy slithering creatures and living dragons to snakes that fly and shed skin, everything you need to know about snakes explores the fascinating world of reptiles. Snakes and other reptiles booksamillion online book store. Pdf a photographic guide to snakes and other reptiles of. Southern african snakes and other reptiles by bill branch. What to do about snakes the humane society of the united states. Even other animals seem to put them in a special category. Snakes and other reptiles book hennepin county library. They depend on outside sources like the sun to maintain their body temperatures. Includes, alligators, turtles, lizards and, of course, snakes, some harmless, some deadly, some tiny, some as long as school buses. A crazy day with cobras paperback january 11, 2011 by mary pope osborne author visit amazons mary pope osborne page. Mark oshea is an herpetologist, television broadcaster, zoologist, author, photographer, lecturer and public speaker, and the consultant curator of reptiles at west midland safari park in the uk.
Nature guide snakes and other reptiles and amphibians dk uk. Find out all about snakes, lizards, turtles, and crocs, including where they live and. So as far as the book yes, there are basically really cool pictures of the snake, lizard, turtle, croc, etc. What an awesome opportunity for the kids to see live snakes and other reptiles and learn. Through fullcolour photographs and distribution maps, and easytoread text, the beginner and budding naturalist will be able to identify the more common species found in southern africa, discover where they live, and learn about their unique feeding and nesting.
This collection of nonfiction reference books will have budding scientists ready to visit the amazon in search of snakes and reptiles. Snakes and other reptiles magic tree house r fact tracker. Snakes and other reptiles ebook free video dailymotion. Snakes and other reptiles by natalie pope boycemary pope. Magic tree house research guides are now magic tree house. In these nonfiction companion guides to the bestselling magic tree house books, jack and annie help students research the reallife subjects from their stories. A total of 68 instances of road kills of reptiles belonging to 21 species and seven families were recorded. No complaints from me about the books contents, but my book came in pretty bad shape, almost falling out of its binding and pretty beat up. Read snakes and other reptiles a nonfiction companion to magic tree. Snakes and reptiles the scariest coldblooded creatures on. Published back in 1965, it is sadly out of print and hard to find, but amazon sometimes has copies, or you can try other auction and book finder sites.
The guide also indicates which species are endangered in the wild, and which snakes are venomous. It can take a more direct approach by attacking small boats and eating the passengers, although it may also take its captives to its underwater kingdom, a sort of watery afterlife, to live with it as river snakes. Provides information on snakes and other types of reptiles. Between 1999 and 2003 mark presented four seasons of the internationally acclaimed. With distribution maps to all species and more than 600 color photographs, this book is designed for use by researchers and conservationists as well as by ecotourists and the general publi. Nature guide snakes and other reptiles and amphibians. They include crocodiles, snakes, lizards, turtles, and tor toises. Nature guide snakes and other reptiles and amphibians is packed full of stunning images that reveal intricate details and unique characteristics of the snakes, reptiles and other amphibians featured. The everything kids snakes, lizards, and other scaly creatures book amazing facts and fun activities for kids who love reptiles get up close and personal with all types of cool reptiles in the everything kids snakes, lizards, and other scaly creatures book explore the world of snakes, lizards, turtles, crocodilians, and other coldblooded animals of all sizes with tons of puzzles, exciting. Living with snakes and other reptiles ebook by simon watharow. The informative text separates fact from fable as these interesting and often misunderstood animals are explored. Snakes instill a deeprooted fear in many people that few other animals can match. Snakes and crocs and other reptiles 2007, board book for.
Living with snakes and other reptiles provides a laypersons account of why these creatures behave the way they do and what makes people get into trouble. The book covers the most abundant species andor the most distinctive species. In striving to enrich the lives of all readers, teachingbooks supports the first amendment and celebrates the right to read. Each species is presented with one or more stunning color photo. James field questions and answers about serpents, lizards, turtles and crocodiles. Reptiles are airbreathing vertebrates covered in special skin made up of scales, bony plates, or a combination of both. Its huge, and has great pictures and very detailed descriptions of most snakes and reptiles in the world. The snakes can also kill people by stealing their shadows. This book is the nonfiction companion to a crazy day with cobras. Mary schulte this book describes the habits and characteristics of snakes and other reptiles found around the world. Snakes and other reptiles ebook chicago public library. Age 25 years, all fkb books, beginner english, creative commons, danielle bruckert, english stories, free kids books, grade k and pre k, reptiles, toddlers theres a gecko on my wall, says the narrator, what sort of other geckos will we see in this beautiful rhyming book about imagination and friendship. Readers will discover how far a cobra can spit, a gallery of fangs, how to survive a snake attack, the life cycle of a snake, and the titanoboa a 50footlong prehistoric snake while also learning about lizards. I actually think reptiles can be quite beautiful and i do like some snakes.
The text describes key identification features plus feeding habits, the habitats, their distribution and breeding data for each species. Learn about snakes, crocodiles, komodo dragons and othe fascinating reptiles in this scholastic news nonfiction reader. Created by scholastic teacher consultant jeremy brunaccioni. Chapters on searching for reptiles and surviving snakes bites. It will bring greater understanding of a group of reptiles that have existed for more than 160 million years, and that now inhabit every continent except antarctica, as well as two of the great oceans. The book sheds new light on snakes, lizards and crocodiles, helps you to identify them and dispels some common myths and fallacies. A nonfiction companion to a crazy day with cobras by mary pope osborne, natalie pope boyce, and salvatore murdocca. Snakes and other reptiles by mary schulte scholastic. Snakes and other reptiles and amphibians is compact and easytouse, including stunning photography, and a. The book of snakes profiles 600 significant species from all 32 familiesone in six of all known speciesto create a beautiful collectors piece that is both a significant resource for enthusiasts and scholars, and the most visually stimulating guide on the market.
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