Deadly Poison Dart Frogs
Deadly Poison Dart Frogs

Author: Jennifer Dussling

Publisher: Bearport Publishing

Published: 2008-08-01

Total Pages: 24

ISBN-13: 1597168068

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If you spot the bright colors of a poison dart frog, beware! These animals ooze a toxin from their skin that can kill their attackers. How did they get their name? Their venom is so deadly that hunters in South America rub it on the tips of blow darts to make them poisonous. These are just some of the fascinating facts kids will discover as they explore the world of these deadly creatures. Large, eye-popping photos and clear, grade-appropriate text engage emergent readers as they learn about the unique and gross ways poison dart frogs protect themselves. A section in the back of the book profiles another animal that protects itself in a similar way, to help reinforce the concept of defense mechanisms.

Deadly Poison Dart Frogs
Deadly Poison Dart Frogs

Author: Lincoln James

Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP

Published: 2011-08-01

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 1433957434

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Poison dart frogs are cute and tiny. They come in many eye-catching colors. These colors, however, aren’t meant to make them attractive. The bright colors tell other animals that they shouldn’t try to eat them. These vibrant amphibians are covered with a deadly poison that makes predators very sick. It’s so strong that some Native American tribes even used it to make poison darts for hunting. Readers will surely enjoy getting up close to these small but deadly poison dart frogs.

Deadly Poison Dart Frogs
Deadly Poison Dart Frogs

Author: Lincoln James

Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP

Published: 2011-08-01

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 1433957426

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Introduces poison dart frogs, describing their physical charcateristics, habitat, and the venom that they use to protect themselves from predators.

Poison Dart Frogs Up Close
Poison Dart Frogs Up Close

Author: Carmen Bredeson

Publisher: Enslow Publishing, LLC

Published: 2009-01-01

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 0766047946

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Why are they called poison dart frogs, anyway? Readers will learn the answer to this question and more in this exciting book. Colorful, up-close photographs of these beautiful, tiny frogs in their native habitats give readers a stunning view of these fascinating creatures.

Poison Slimers
Poison Slimers

Author: Ellen Lawrence

Publisher: Bearport Publishing

Published: 2018-08-01

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 1642804231

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How does a poison dart frog release its deadly, toxic mucus when a predator attacks? And which underwater slime producer shoots sticky, poisonous, spaghetti-like threads from its butt to repel its enemies? In this brand-new title, learn the answers to these questions and more—and prepare to get slimed! This new Science Slam! title will introduce readers to some of the world’s most toxic slimers. The book is expertly crafted to meet early elementary and science curriculum standards, as well as introduce children to bizarre and interesting facts. Innovative, grade-appropriate activities and experiments, critical-thinking questions, and fascinating fact boxes will hold readers’ interests with a viselike grip. And, best of all, the activities are gooey and fun!

Face to Face with Frogs
Face to Face with Frogs

Author: Mark Moffett

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 1426306261

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You’re two inches away from a poison dart frog. You’re lying on the rain forest floor as she hops toward you, utterly fearless. This deadly terribilis frog has nothing to fear; your fear is that any accidental contact with your skin could mean death! Let Mark Moffett give you the expert view on our amphibian friends, from metamorphosis to diet, from habitat to distinctive features; and learn why we urgently need to foster a healthier planet for these sensitive creatures.

Everything You Need to Know About Frogs and Other Slippery Creatures
Everything You Need to Know About Frogs and Other Slippery Creatures

Author: DK

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2011-07-18

Total Pages: 82

ISBN-13: 0756688396

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Everything You Need to Know About Frogs and Other Slippery Creatures is a fascinating read - not only do you discover the basics of reptile and amphibian anatomy, you also learn about the lives and times of a great number of creatures: see how they survive in lakes and rivers, forests and deserts, and how they have adapted to the most inhospitable habitats. Everything You Need to Know About Frogs and Other Slippery Creatures provides ideas for things to make, games to play, quizzes, and shocking facts to share with your friends. It's everything you need to know, and everything you WANT to find out.

The Poison Dart Frog
The Poison Dart Frog

Author: Laura Sullivan

Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC

Published: 2017-07-15

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 150262592X

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The poison dart frog is a colorful creature with a colorful history. Readers learn the ways man has used this amphibian, which is one of the most toxic creatures on earth, for good and for evil. They will also discover its lifecycle, where it lives, how it creates its poison, what it eats, and what eats it.