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The Ultimate Reptile Field Guide

The Herpetologist's Handbook (Discover The World Of Cold-Blooded Creatures)
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In The Ultimate Reptile Field Guide by Applesauce Press, young readers are introduced to the intriguing world of reptiles. The book combines captivating facts with vibrant illustrations to showcase a variety of reptiles from around the globe. It's perfect for encouraging children to explore and learn more about the fascinating creatures that slither, crawl, and bask in the sun.
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This book may appeal to you if you are a young explorer with a keen interest in fascinating reptiles, vibrant illustrations, and engaging facts. With its child-friendly approach, it offers an exciting journey into the world of scaly creatures, perfect for curious minds eager to learn about diverse species in a fun and educational way.

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Take a look into the hidden world of your favorite cold-blooded creatures with The Ultimate Reptile Field Guide---created as if an herpetologist painted these illustrations and made these notes while out collecting research.

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Pick up the journal of a nature explorer and discover the best reptiles the world has to offer. Encounter reptiles of all shapes and sizes and note observations on each species’ appearance, diet, hunting strategies, and more. This spectacular visual guide gets you up close and personal with these awesome reptiles.

This field guide features:

  • Detailed watercolor illustrations that will captivate young readers
  • Snakes, lizards, tortoises, crocodiles, alligators, and more
  • Beautiful leather and foil packaging

This informative book will introduce you to the critters you’ve seen in your backyard and ones you’ve never heard of before. From the water dragon to the thorny devil, explore these incredible creatures across every landscape in The Ultimate Reptile Field Guide.

Series: Ultimate Field Guides

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    Pick up the journal of a nature explorer and discover the best reptiles the world has to offer. Encounter reptiles of all shapes and sizes and note observations on each species’ appearance, diet, hunting strategies, and more. This spectacular visual guide gets you up close and personal with these awesome reptiles. This field guide features: Detailed watercolor illustrations that will...
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781646434008

Publisher: HarperCollins Focus

Format: Leather / fine binding

Date Published: 31 August 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Cider Mill Press Book Publishers LLC

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 157.0mm

Height: 237.0mm

Weight: 281g

Pages: 96

About the Author

Good ideas ripen with time. From seed to harvest, Applesauce Press crafts books with beautiful designs, creative formats, and kid-friendly information on a variety of fascinating topics. Like our parent company, Cider Mill Press Book Publishers, our press bears fruit twice a year, publishing a new crop of titles each spring and fall.

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