Amphibians (First Library: Animal Classification) - Hardcover

Angela Royston

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1406287369 ISBN 13: 9781406287363

Publisher: Raintree, 2015

Synopsis

This fascinating series takes a very simple look at animal classifications, with each book focusing 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 colourful photographs, the book shows many examples of different types of amphibians in their natural environment.

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About the Author

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

From School Library Journal

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.

Edition details

• Publisher: Raintree
• Publication date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1406287369
• ISBN 13: 9781406287363
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 32