Gila Monsters

by Melissa Ross

Overview

This book gives an engaging overview of Gila monsters, from their diet and habitat to their venomous bites. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 3-7.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781637385456
Publisher:	North Star Editions
Publication date:	08/01/2023
Series:	ABDO Reptiles Series
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Lexile:	520L (what's this?)
Age Range:	7 - 9 Years

About the Author

Melissa Ross is the author of Forensics for Kids and other educational books for children. She is fascinated by the interesting animals we share our planet with and enjoys sharing the wonder of them with young readers.

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2023

Gr 2–4—These overviews offer well-rounded introductions to reptile life. Each opening chapter describes the animal in action, either capturing prey or battling another creature. Subsequent pages provide straightforward descriptions of the animals' environment, food, and life cycles, with information about physical features and specific behaviors smoothly woven in where relevant. Captioned photographs and inset fact boxes add appeal and efficiently extend the more general information from the main text. The description of the snapping turtles' hunting practices, for example, benefits from the excellent photos of its jaws and claws. Variations within groups, such as the different environments of the green, marine, and desert iguanas, are noted; so is endangered status when applicable. VERDICT Solid choices to strengthen reptile shelves.

School Library Journal

Solid choices to strengthen reptile shelves.” —School Library Journal

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