Crocodiles & Alligators - Softcover

Simon, Seymour

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0064438295 ISBN 13: 9780064438292

Publisher: HarperColl, 2019

Synopsis

Crocodiles and alligators may seem ferocious and scary, but renowned science author Seymour Simon confirms that they're also endlessly fascinating. Around since the time of dinosaurs, crocodiles and alligators eat without chewing, have three eyelids, and provide good living conditions for other animals. With the use of eighteen stunning full-colour photographs, Simon explores the wonders of these stealthy giants in an exciting up-close and personal way. Ages 8+

About this title

About the Author:

Seymour Simon has been called "the dean of the [children's science book] field" by the New York Times. He has written more than 300 books for young readers and has received the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Lifetime Achievement Award for his lasting contribution to children's science literature, the Science Books & Films Key Award for Excellence in Science Books, the Empire State Award for excellence in literature for young people, and the Educational Paperback Association Jeremiah Ludington Award. He and his wife, Liz, live in Columbia County in Upstate New York. You can visit him online at www.seymoursimon.com, where students can post on the "Seymour Science Blog" and educators can download a free four-page teacher guide to accompany this book, putting it in context with Common Core objectives. Join the growing legion of @seymoursimon fans on Twitter!

Synopsis:

Did you know that crocodiles and alligators eat their food without chewing? Or that they use the sun to regulate their body temperature? This text contains interesting facts and colour photographs to provide an introduction to these reptile wonders.

About this edition

• Publisher: HarperColl
• Publication date: 2019
• ISBN 10: 0064438295
• ISBN 13: 9780064438292
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32