100 Facts: Reptiles & Amphibians

Slither, hop, and crawl into the fascinating world of cold-blooded creatures with 100 Facts: Reptiles & Amphibians! Written by experienced educational author Ann Kay, this engaging reference guide uses exactly 100 numbered facts to introduce young nature lovers to the fields of herpetology and animal ecology. Children will discover how these incredible species survive across diverse climates—exploring everything from camouflaging chameleons to giant Galapagos tortoises. The book details unique hunting behaviors, defensive strategies, and incredible biological quirks, such as how temperature affects the gender of developing alligator eggs and how specialized geckos can look translucent. Packed with dramatic wildlife photography, fun cartoons, and hands-on craft projects (like making plate masks and model snakes), this resource breaks down zoology into thrilling, easy-to-digest learning chunks.