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Eyewitness: Amphibian
Reading Level
Intermediate
Discover the different habitats and life cycles in the world of frogs, toads, newts, and salamanders. Take a close look at the fascinating natural history of these creatures from the bright green, red-eyed tree frogs to dull, burrowing, wormlike caecilians; from startling black and yellow fire salamanders to tiny transparent glass frogs.

Focus on Frogs Mini-Lesson

Reading Level: Upper Elementary

Use this slideshow to introduce students to one of the three main groups of amphibians—the frogs.

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Little Brainwaves Investigate: Animals
Reading Level
Elementary
Along with the illustrated Little Brainwaves characters, younger kids can explore the world of animals, climbing around on a wide variety of creatures to see how they work.
DK First Animal Encyclopedia
Reading Level
Elementary
This book is loaded with fascinating facts and spectacular photographs showing animal habits and habitats. From aardvark to zebra, this book is packed with fascinating facts about animals, giving children a wonderful head start on learning about the animal world.
One Million Things: Animal Life
Reading Level
Elementary
This book features sweeping single-shots that encompass a multitude of animals, making for a seamless and striking presentation to chronicles the lives of animals around the globe.
Eyewitness: Jungle
Reading Level
Intermediate
Eyewitness: Jungle explores the world of rain forests and related ecosystems, bringing viewers face to face with monkeys, parrots, and other colorful creatures and their habitats.

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Test Prep Strategies, Tools, and Practice Questions

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Earth Day Activities: History of Earth Day Reading Passage and Quiz

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Reptile and Amphibian Defense Systems

Reptile and Amphibian Defense SystemsFrogs, salamanders, snakes, and other herps are often small and liveon the ground o...

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Reptiles and Amphibians Through the Ages

Reptiles and Amphibians Through the AgesEvolution and ExtinctionThe earliest amphibians appear in fossils that are over ...

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Why Care About Amphibian Population Decline and Malformations?

ObjectiveStudents will understand several arguments why preservation of wildlife is important.

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Reptile and Amphibian Life Span and Life History

Reptile and Amphibian Life Span and Life HistoryHow long do reptiles and amphibians live? Some species of lizards and fr...

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Care and Handling of Live Reptiles and Amphibians

Care and Handling of Live Reptiles and Amphibians (Herps)When handling any live animal, it is important to always keep t...

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NSTA Recommends -- Reptiles and Amphibians

NSTA Recommends – Reptiles and AmphibiansThe following are excerpts from K-12 NTSA Recommends book reviews.

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