Amphibians

by Angela Royston

Overview

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 amphibians in their natural environment.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781543599794
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	05/01/2019
Series:	Animal Classifications
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	32
File size:	32 MB
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Age Range:	6 - 8 Years

About the Author

Angela Royston has written many books for young people, including books about people at work, animals, health and the environment.

Table of Contents

Meet the Amphibians 4

Body Shape 6

On the Move 8

Warming Up 10

Changing Shape 12

Masses of Eggs 14

Tadpoles 16

Never Grow Up 18

Becoming an Adult 20

Slippery Skin 22

Tree Frogs 24

One Incredible Amphibian! 26

Quiz 28

Glossary 30

Find Out More 31

Index 32

Interviews

Discusses classification in very simple terms; beautiful photos; clear, readable text; glossary; quiz

Editorial Reviews

The series has just the right balance of text and engaging photos to keep the interest of the target audience. The series is a great supplement to curricular materials.

School Library Connection

04/01/2015
Gr 2–4—This introduction to animal classification presents key facts about each group, then provides examples that demonstrate common characteristics. Brief chapters vary between general topics, such as "Fins," to specific animals, like "Seahorses." There's a brief information about many animals, which works well for younger readers. Half-page photos on every page offer strong visual support. Most photographs are directly relevant to the information in the text, and some extend it a bit with brief captions. Specificity of material is inconsistent at times. Sentences such as "Anacondas can grow to long lengths," with no measurement data or photos showing the snake's full size, have limited impact. Each book ends with a two-page feature on a particularly unusual species or type (the Arctic tern or "deep-sea fish"). A simple "Who Am I?" quiz closes each book, with thumbnail photos to lead readers back to the page with the answer. VERDICT Despite some flaws, suitable additions.

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