Reptiles and Amphibians of the Americas

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Age Range
8+
Release Date
September 30, 2025
ISBN
979-8895090329
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Discover fascinating and surprising facts―from the weird to the truly unbelievable―about reptiles and amphibians.

Uncover the secret world of reptiles and amphibians! Find out where they come from, how they’ve survived for millions of years, what their mind-blowing superpowers are, and why they matter to our planet.

Featuring the coolest reptiles and amphibians from North and South America, get ready to see these slithering, leaping, and mysterious creatures in a whole new way.

PACKED WITH FACTS: Journey through the fascinating and surprising world of reptiles and amphibians. Some can change color, while others see temperature. Some can swallow prey whole, and others cry blood to scare off predators. Some can even regrow their lost tails!

STEAM APPEAL: Encourages an interest in scientific thinking as well as the natural world

CONSERVATION: Highlights the importance of protecting our environment, not just for ourselves but for all creatures big and small.

Perfect for:

  • Gift-givers looking for science nonfiction for curious kids
  • Budding biologists
  • Any kid―or grown-up!―who loves learning about Earth’s coolest creatures

Editor review

1 review
Fascinating and Intriguing Facts
(Updated: June 06, 2026)
Overall rating
 
4.0
Writing Style
 
3.0
Illustrations/Photos (if applicable)
 
4.0
Learning Value
 
5.0
Reptiles and Amphibians of the Americas provides interesting facts about reptiles and amphibians. It takes you to where they come from, their survival throughout the years, their various superpowers, and how they contribute to the environment.

What I Liked: This book takes you through many different aspects of reptiles and amphibians, from their origins, what amphibian and reptiles are, their needs, and their conservation. The text paired with the illustration does a great job of highlighting different aspects of the animals covered in this book, such as their eyes and mouths. The short sentences and paragraphs are great for a younger reader to read on their own or with an adult. This is a great book if children are writing a report on reptiles and amphibians, and the ending provides additional resources if you need to find out more about a specific topic.

Final Verdict: Reptiles and Amphibians of the Americas is a fascinating book for children 8 and up who are interested in learning more about creatures such as frogs, snakes, and lizards. This book is full of surprising facts, and everyone who reads it will learn something new. It’s great for introducing children to reptiles and amphibians and highlighting what makes them all unique.
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