Know it Alls: Snakes!

Title: Know it Alls: Snakes!
Author: Christopher Nicholas
Publisher: Learning Horizons
Reading Level: Kindergarten and up
Pages: 23
Genre: Informational









Summary:

If you've ever wanted to learn about snakes then you should start with this book. Each page shows a picture of a new snake and it gives details of snakes in general. You learn that snakes don't have eye-lids and they don't have ears! They hear from the vibrations in the ground. Snakes live all over the world, even in water! Snakes can eat things that are small and things that are much bigger than themselves. They use sharp teeth, poison and constriction to kill their prey. They swallow their meals whole and unhinge their jaws to fit them! They have juices in their stomach that breaks down everything, even bones and teeth. Snakes protect themselves through camouflage, bright warning colors, frigtening sounds, curling up, moving quicly, and even playing dead! Many snakes are born in eggs, but some are born live. They can care for themselves as soon as they are alive and they shed their skin many times in a year. The end of this informational book shares interesting facts about different snakes around the world. The pictures show everything that is described in the text, and it's appealing to all ages.

My Reaction:

This isn't a book I would sit and read for enjoyment, but I think it would be fun if I was writting a simple report on snakes in general.

Potential Problems:

SOme of the picture of the snake eating or giving birth are a little graphic, but not horrendous. Also, if kids are afraid of snakes it wouldn't be the best option.

Recommendations:

I would recommend this to young kids doing a report on snakes. It privides all the informations about the reptile and even interesting facts.