Showing titles in Reptiles & Amphibians

Everyone knows how rude and grumpy bears can be if they don't get enough sleep! When a bad-tempered bear trips over a tiny turtle, no one can foresee the consequence. When Turtle challenges Bear to a race along the lakeshore, Bear is confident about the outcome. But Turtle is smarter than Bear can imagine.

How does a swimming tadpole become a hopping frog? A tiny tadpole leaves its egg. It swims and eats. Its tail gets longer. Soon back legs grow. Then front legs grow. Follow the frog's life cycle step by step.

Five turtles enjoy a sunny day by stacking high and then toppling over in their pond. Pair this amusing fiction story with its nonfiction companion book, The Sun Shines Everywhere.

Meet animals that live in the desert, including camels, lizards, owls, snakes, spiders, and tortoises. Pair this nonfiction title with its fiction companion book, No Bugs Here.

Lucy the lizard goes looking for a meal. Will she ever find a bug? Pair this humorous fiction story with its nonfiction companion book, Animals in the Hot Desert.

Twelve-year-old Adrianna Villalobos and her older brother, Feye, travel the globe with their parents, the hosts of a suspenseful nature show called Wild Survival! The show features daring animal rescues and the work the family does at their animal sanctuary. They've recently gotten an offer to take the show from YouTube to a TV network, and Adrianna is thrilled. So far, she's always been behind the scenes, but now she gets to join the rest of her family onscreen. Their first stop is the lush mangrove forests of Cuba, where they're going to help rescue an injured crocodile.

Sea turtles are long-distance swimmers! These travelers cross oceans every year. Young students can learn basic facts about these marine reptiles through easy-to-listen-to text in this fun title. Simple features highlight different species and call out body parts to reinforce concepts.

What's that odd-looking salamander that never leaves the water? It's an axolotl! Beginning readers will learn all about these strange yet wonderful creatures in this delightful title. They will also learn basic information about axolotls, including what they eat and the story behind their long, feathery gills. Each audiobook features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction.

What is an amphibian? Frogs, toads, and salamanders and are all amphibians!

A heartfelt adapted-for-audio picture book based on the author-illustrator's own experiences, about a boy who moves to the U.S. mainland from Puerto Rico and realizes that New York City might have more in common with San Juan than he initially thought. Miguel's pet frog, Coquí, is always with...

As a school project, Alexa raises an American crocodile named Jefe. Alexa brings him chicken and frogs to eat and measures his growth. Soon he will be big enough to return to the wild.

An affectionate and quick-thinking boa constrictor saves the day during a burglary and receives a medal.

In a colorful ocean, Toby, a tiny turtle with a big heart, longed to explore beyond his home. Encouraged by his mother, he overcame fears, helped trapped crabs, and earned a reputation for bravery. Finally, Toby's courage won him the friendship of the joyful dolphins, leading to new adventures and lasting bonds.

You might know that green sea turtles have incredible shells, but there’s so much more to learn about these underwater marvels! Find out how green sea turtles keep seagrass beds healthy by “mowing” them, and how some species of fish like to hitch a ride on their shells. You’ll also witness the amazing egg hatching frenzy that occurs—when baby turtles have to make a mad dash from the beach to the safety of the sea. Filled with simple science and plenty of animal facts, this book also looks at the conservation challenges these endangered animals face.

Tina the turtle loves getting tickled, but her mother is too busy to play. So, Tina sets out on a journey to find someone who loves tickling as much as she does. Along the way, she meets all sorts of sea creatures, each encounter teaching her valuable lessons about consent and safe touch.

Join Splash, the curious and adventurous turtle, on an incredible journey into space. Splash is hooked when she sees a spaceship shooting off into the unknown! Fueled by her passion for adventure and determination to save her beloved home from pollution, Splash builds her magnificent spacecraft with the help of her friends.

"We must hurry," he said, and began to spin a rope. He was all out of breath from running up the high steep wall of the tower. When he had finished the rope, Nikko put on her shoes and picked up the parasol, the Spider hopped on her shoulder, and together they let themselves carefully out of the window. The rope was very slippery and they slid down a little faster than they intended.

Why are snakes important? Snakes control pest populations such as rats and mice that might overpopulate and destroy crops or carry diseases. They can be both predator and prey. Snakes maintain a healthy balance in the food web.

Follow the journey of Ertle Turtle traveling across the ocean encountering many dangers. Learn about the endangered leatherback sea turtles.

‘’The little turtle was very shy. He was even too embarrassed to talk to his friends, let alone play games with them. His friends, saddened by the situation, came up with a brilliant idea. They decided to invite the little turtle to join them with a surprise letter.’’ Do you want to learn while having fun, enjoy a delightful fairy tale and discover fascinating facts about our ocean friends? Then this series is just for you... Are you ready to swim through the blue waters before bedtime?