Frogs (Day in the Life)
by Itzue W Caviedes-Solis (Author) Henry Rancourt (Illustrator)
Set over 24 hours, meet see-through frogs, tiny tadpoles, and rampaging toads in this kids' nonfiction book by expert Dr. Itzue W. Caviedes-Solis.
Journey into the rainforest to follow the lives of these nocturnal animals as they dance, hunt, and fight their way through their day. Frog scientist and conservationist Dr. Itzue W. Caviedes-Solis tells the story of the world's most amazing frogs and toads in the style of a nature documentary, including gentle science explanations of topics such as metamorphosis that are perfect for future biologists. Witness incredible moments including:
- The frog that can turn blue
- A wolverine frog that shoots claws out from beneath its skin
- A female frog that absorbs frogspawn into its own skin!
Beautifully illustrated by Henry Rancourt and packed with animal facts, Frogs (A Day in the Life) encourages kids to look at the incredible roles these mind-boggling amphibians play in ecosystems across the globe.
Also available: Bugs, Big Cats, Sharks, Horses, Birds
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Kirkus Reviews
School Library Journal
Gr 4-6--An animated look into the differences between frogs and toads. The text tells a playful story and delivers a great deal of information at the same time. Readers see the difference in their glands, skin texture, and the way they lay eggs. The author covers their various habitats, defenses, and mating rituals; the information expands into such interesting types, such as the wolverine frog that has claws that puncture their skin. They do not feel the pain, but their attacks are effective. The facts are accompanied by colorful, detailed spreads that engage readers; all scientific terms are defined within the narrative and the glossary at the end is thorough. VERDICT For a unit on amphibians or one-on-one reading, this is engaging and can be paired with Frog Song by Brenda Z. Guiberson.--Ruth Guerrier-Pierre
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Dr. Itzue W. Caviedes-Solis is Assistant Professor in Conservation Biology at Swarthmore College, Pennsylvania. Hailing from Mexico, her research focuses on the ecology, evolution, and conservation of tropical frogs.
Henry Rancourt is a freelance illustrator based in Cleveland, Ohio. He completed his BFA in Illustration at the Cleveland Institute of Art. In 2021, Henry showed work in The Society of Illustrators Los Angeles West 59 Show. He is also a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators.JNF003340 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Animals | Frogs & Toads
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