Simple text and photographs introduce amphibians, discussing their common characteristics, defense mechanisms, and physical development.

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to amphibians. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.

"Simple text and photographs present toads, how they look, where they live, and what they do"--Provided by publisher.

Hop, hop! Is that a frog or a toad jumping down on the ground? Many people have trouble telling these lookalikes apart! !

"Simple text and photographs present salamanders, how they look, where they live, and what they do"--Provided by publisher.

Robert C. Stebbins is Emeritus Professor of Zoology and Emeritus Curator in Herpetology, Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, University of California, Berkeley. He is the author of numerous books, including A Field Guide to Western Reptiles and Amphibians. Nathan W. Cohen is Emeritus Director of Curriculum Development in Science, University of California Extension, Berkeley. This is a book for all readers who want to learn about amphibians, the animal...

"An axolotl egg hatches and matures in the Xochimilco canals in Mexico City, the only natural habitat of these unique salamanders that spend their lives in water."--

"This fascinating series takes a very simple look at animal classifications, with each book focussing on a different group of animal. This book is 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."--

A beautifully illustrated tour of the region's snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs, and salamanders. In the best tradition of natural history writing and art, The Snake and the Salamander explores the diverse collection of reptiles and amphibians that inhabit the northeastern quadrant of the United States. Covering thirteen states that run from Maine to Virginia, author Alvin R. Breisch and artist Matt Patterson showcase the lives of 83 species of snakes,...

Known for its natural beauty, Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area is the largest inland peninsula in the United States. Consisting of 170,000 acres of forested and protected public land between Kentucky Lake (Tennessee River) and Lake Barkley (Cumberland River), this scenic sanctuary is visited by more than 1.4 million nature lovers annually and encompasses many diverse habitats, each supporting a particular community of plants and animals. Amphibians...