"Some of the largest snakes in the world live in rain forests. They hang from trees and even swim in streams. The huge green anaconda - the largest snake in the world - is found in rain forest habitats in South America. Accessible text includes simple sentences and matching photographs to allow beginning readers to fully comprehend the topic. Readers will love learning about these slithering snakes!"--

"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce beginning readers to the world of death adders. Includes picture glossary and index."--

This book was endorsed by the National Humane Society and later reprinted in the National Wildlife Federation's magazine for children, Your Big Backyard. People Magazine also wrote about this book and the underlying themes of both of Barry's snake books, saying, "we should trust our instincts." This color edition is a great sequel to Polisar's earlier tale, Snakes and the Boy Who Was Afraid of Them and reveals the deep-rooted feelings of a snake who...

"A snake that can stand up and look a full-grown man in the eye? A snake that can flatten its neck into a hood and growl like a mean dog? Now that's cool! Meet the King Cobra, the longest venomous snake, and one of the most amazing -- and dangerous -- creatures on the planet." -- Back cover.

Text and photographs introduce young readers to such dangerous snakes as the cobra, the viper, and the rattlesnake.

Introduces snakes from around the world, from massive anacondas and pythons to fierce vipers and cobras.

"Engaging images accompany information about ball pythons. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of the boa constrictor.

Earth is home to millions of fascinating creatures! Start discovering them with Animal Kingdom. This exciting series explores amazing animal species from all over the world. Each book takes you on a thrilling animal adventure to meet a special creature. Discover what each animal looks like, where it lives, how it survives, and much more.