What is an Amphibian? (The Science of Living Things)

By Bobbie Kalman and Jacqueline Langille

Book Overview

Amphibian means "two lives" since these animals spend the first part of their life underwater and the rest on land. From flying tree frogs to slithering caecilians, kids will be captivated by this "slimy" animal group in What is an Amphibian? Young readers will discover: - the amphibian family tree - an amphibian's body - special skin and senses - how they move and what they eat - water-versus land-dwelling species - their life cycle and parental care - defending themselves

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0865059349
• ISBN13: 9780865059344
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Crabtree Pub Co
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.0" x 0.5" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6