Review Detail

The young learner's guide to frogs, explored through the lens of how these animals are sensitive to environmental changes and how people can use this information to be better caretakers of our planet. The focus on ecological awareness touches on the dangers of pollution, indicators of climate change (fun fact - some frogs can freeze themselves), the role frogs play in food chains, and the direct benefit of frogs for humans through various medicines.

I enjoyed the full color pages (unexpected for a non-fiction book) and variety of information. The level of detail is just enough to inspire curiosity, and I look forward to researching some of the topics further.

A glossary and pronunciation guide at the back make this information rich guide friendly for beginning readers, as well as a visual dictionary of frogs which includes some common and extraordinary species (smallest! or very poisonous!). Other features include a link to online teacher/parent supplementary materials and resources for further learning.