Learning About Reptiles

With this entertaining, instructive activity book, kids can warm up to 12 cold-blooded creatures from around the world: the Galapagos tortoise, crocodile, chameleon, regal horned lizard, leaf-toed gecko, loggerhead turtle, glass lizard, alligator, western painted turtle, Gila monster, green anole, and northern black racer. For each reptile, a full page of easy-to-read text provides fascinating facts, along with a space to apply an accurately rendered, full-colour sticker. Ideal for home or classroom use, this book is an effective and entertaining teaching tool, especially when used in conjunction with a visit to the zoo. AGES: 8 to 11 AUTHOR: Jan Sovak is an illustrator, designer, and fine artist recognised as one of Canada's foremost natural history illustrators. With advanced degrees in both fine art and zoology, Jan has had his work published in over 170 books in more than 15 languages. His illustrations have also appeared on educational television and on Discovery Channel Worldwide.