The Dangerous Snake and Reptile Club

by Daniel San Souci

When Danny returns from summer vacation with a king snake and what must be a dinosaur bone, the Dangerous Snake and Reptile Club is born. Based on the real-life adventures of the author, his own brothers and their friends, each Clubhouse Book is marked by adventure, friendship, and most of all imagination.

 

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Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

40 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2004

About the author

Lives in California

Reviews

[Danette]

Sounds like my boys!

[Mary Ann]

A great series of picture books by Daniel San Souci celebrates kids' imaginations and shares some very funny stories of the author's childhood. They're definitely worth seeking out.

One summer, Danny and his family went up to Lake County for a vacation. He found a live King snake, and his brothers found tadpoles and a "real" dinosaur bone. When they get home, their friends are thrilled with the treasures they brought! The boys started a new club, The Dangerous Snake and Reptile Club, painted huge signs for the clubhouse, and the fun really began. Soon they started inviting neighborhood kids in to see their treasures - of course, charging a small entrance fee! Hilarity ensues as the snake escapes one day. Kids will really enjoy this funny story.

[Nikki]

Quick easy bedtime story. Summer time fun; boys with a great imagination. Three brothers and friends spend time finding reptiles; like snakes, lizards, and salamanders. Sharing their finds with the neighbors. Inevitably, a snake escapes, scares some ladies. The boys realize they should let the animals go. Later they find a "meteor" and change their club to "Space Club". My kids enjoyed the story.

[Chelsea Bucci]

While discussing the classifications of animals and what makes certain animals reptiles, this is a GREAT book to read aloud to the class. The story focuses around a snake. Students could discuss the qualities of snakes and why they are considered to be a reptile. This book makes the lesson very interactive!

[Andrea Labonte]

Great Book.