Amphibians in Danger (Single Title) [Library Binding]

Ron Fridell (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1999 | Series: Single Title

Describes the alarming worldwide disappearance of amphibians and its possible link to such conditions as erosion of the ozone layer, greenhouse effect and global warming, and environmental pollution.

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All around the world, frogs, toads, and salamanders are dying at an alarming rate, and scientists want to know why. Fridell defines and describes these amphibians, their history, place, and purpose in Earth's biodiversity, suspected reasons for their demise, and the scientific research on the topic so far--all in clear, reader-friendly prose. Sidebars explain Latin classifications, and discuss frog and toad legends; many fascinating photos, both black-and-white and color, provide necessary visual references. Fridell focuses on how field scientists devise and conduct research, how studies lead to varying inferences and interpretations, and on recent steps taken to address the amphibian decline. Although the topic may seem specialized, and the included evidence is inconclusive, this lively, engaging book offers important information on the general role of scientists, their methods, and the purpose of research in order to gain a better perspective and understanding of the natural world. Glossary; bibliography; Web sites; pertinent organizations. Shelle Rosenfeld

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 13 and up
  
• Library Binding: 96 pages
• Publisher: Franklin Watts (March 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0531117375
• ISBN-13: 978-0531117378
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.8 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,252,938 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is science and mystery!, March 25, 1999

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Patricia Walsh - See all my reviews

This review is from: Amphibians in Danger (Single Title) (Library Binding)

Amphibians in Danger reminds all readers that frogs, toads, and salamanders have been on Earth for a very, very long time, but that now these amphibians are dying at an alarming rate. This engaging account for young adult and adult readers tells about the work of field scientists, politicians, and even Minnesota school children, who for the past twenty years have attempted to identify the cause of malformed and disappearing amphibians. Could it be global climate changes, erosion of the ozone layer, viruses, bacteria, pesticides, or acid rain? More than 80 colorful photographs and interesting anecdotes of awesome behaviors help the reader appreciate the specialness of the world's amphibians. The scientists engaged in amphibian study take their work seriously, because they know the stakes are high. They are not just trying to save amphibians. This book tells us that they are trying to save us all.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Most excellent --!, January 28, 2000

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Max Fridell (Kansas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Amphibians in Danger (Single Title) (Library Binding)

Writer Ron Fridell has drawn visibly stunning pictures into the reader's world who may be merely casually interested in frogs. The result: a magical combination of beauty and reality. What has engendered such passionate response? The straight-forward writing coupled with images of live frogs one can almost touch make for a real winner.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Helpful, August 24, 2000

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Sonja Karen Fridell (Bristol, RI United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Amphibians in Danger (Single Title) (Library Binding)

I'm in the 10th grade and found this book very helpful in a recent report I did for biology class. There are great pictures and information I couldn't find anywhere else. It was also cool bringing the book into class to show my teacher. My dad wrote the book, so it was entertaining. Thanks, Sony.