Snakes: Amazing Pictures & Fun Facts on Animals in Nature

by Kay de Silva

Bestselling children's author Kay de Silva presents “Snakes". The book uses captivating illustrations, and carefully chosen words to teach children about the ‘farmers’ friend'. This series is known for its beautiful full-color images. The description in large text is simple enough for young readers or for a parent to guide a child through. There are also picture captions that provide more information to talk about with your child. Alternatively, a child of any age (even the child in you) can just look at the images and appreciate their beauty. This book depicts the wonder of the world of snakes in all its glory. Children are given a well-rounded understanding of these beautiful their anatomy, feeding habits, and behavior. The following snakes are * The magnificent Anaconda* The fearsome Boa Constrictor* The majestic Cobra* The gentle corn Snake* The social Garter* The fierce Inland Taipan * The awesome Python * The ominous Rattlesnake * The stealthy Sea Snake Get this book at this special price exclusive to the Amazon Store. *** Your child will love it - this is guaranteed.***

Genres: Nonfiction, Childrens

36 pages, Paperback

First published October 18, 2012

About the author

Kay de Silva created the Our Amazing World Series with the premise of creating beautiful, fact-rich books, written in simple words that kids would love to read over and over again.

The series is based on themes of animals in their natural habitats, with a strong call to appreciate the role that each living creature plays in making our world the abundant and fascinating place that it is.

Kay practiced as a lawyer for some years before moving into corporate communications. She left the career rat-race behind to bring up her two children; a daughter of seven and a son of five. She and her family live in Melbourne Australia.

"It's so rewarding to hear of the delight that my books bring to young readers. Equally thrilling are the messages from parents who say 'Really? I didn't know that."

She'd love to hear from you too, and can be found on:

Facebook: https://facebook.com/ouramazingworldbooks

Email: kaydesilvawrites@gmail.com

Reviews

[Jerry Jares · Rating 5 out of 5]

Snakes, which evolved from reptiles, are as old as dinosaurs. They live everywhere except in Antarctica and north of the Arctic Circle. Snakes have poor eyesight, so they use their tongues to smell. They can feel vibrations through the ground.

Surprisingly, snakes molt (shed their skins) to remove dirt and insects. Another surprise is that snakes with fangs are the only venomous creatures. An interesting aspect of this book is that the author informs readers that most snakes are harmless but have an essential job in the ecosystem. They help farmers by eating rats and other creatures that harm crops. Because of humans' fear of snakes, many are in decline. She cautions readers to think twice before killing a snake.

The message and photos are entertaining. She has fascinating pictures and stories about some of the world's most famous snakes.

[H.K. · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this, though it was a bit short. I'll probably read it again to my daughter when she's older so she can learn basic facts about snakes.

[Jaguar · Rating 3 out of 5]

This isn't the best one I have read, but I don't really care much for Kays work. She believes in billions/millions of years ago, and I have read better. Just not my favorite book, but I still liked it.

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