Why Frogs Are Wet (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2) (Paperback)

~ (Author), Mary Ann Fraser (Illustrator) "Frogs were here on earth before people..." (more)
Key Phrases: frog breathes, frog eggs, Little Grass Frog, New York

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Ages 5-8. This volume from the Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science series, first published in 1968, clearly presents basic information about the physical characteristics, evolution, and behavior of frogs. Minor changes make the text more precise and inclusive. A two-page appendix entitled "What do frog eggs feel like?" is a new addition. This section suggests making tapioca and comparing its texture with that of a boiled egg after five minutes, a few hours, and overnight. It fulfills requirements of the series' new format, but seems a bit of a stretch educationally. The most striking change comes in the new illustrations: Fraser's well-composed and beautifully colored acrylic paintings add immeasurably to the overall look of the book, increasing its eye appeal as well as its educational value. A fine choice for primary-grade science collections. Carolyn Phelan
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Product Description

Frogs

Frogs can jump thirty times their own body length, catch insects on the wing, and breathe underwater or on land. But they must always keep their skins wet. Read and find out why!

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Paperback: 40 pages
• Publisher: Collins (September 5, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 006445195X
• ISBN-13: 978-0064451956
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.7 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #144,537 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Colorful illustrations, October 15, 2006

By	Donna "babyonahill" (Virginia, United States) - See all my reviews

this is a nice series of non-fiction books for preschoolers to improve their vocabulary. All the pages are full of bright colorful illustrations and their is lots of reading and information. This would be a nice series for a 3rd grader to read, maybe fourth grade. One or two paragraphs per page. I often read these to my preschoolers or just look at the pages with the 1 and 2 year olds. Books have held up well.

5.0 out of 5 stars CEL, November 1, 2009

By	C. Lemley "mom of two" - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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Great book. My son is 4 and loves this book. It is not only interesting but educational. We originally saw this book in my daugter's first grade classroom as a choice for their free reading time. So obviously, this is a good, educational book. It talks about the life cycle of the frog( tadpole,pollywog,...). It also has great pictures of different kinds of frogs that are a great addition to the rest of this book. We have purchased several of this series and have been happy with all of them.