Learn all about animals that sting, poison, and attack, from the well-known tarantula and deadly snakes to the Golden Poison Frog and pufferfish.

In Venomous Animals, early fluent readers learn about animals such as the cobra, bee, and stonefish that protect themselves against predators by injecting poison. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they explore the unique adaptations of these venomous animals. An infographic shows how fangs deliver venom, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about venomous...

Everybody gets itchy, and every kid will love this title that scratches the itch to know more and about the history, anatomy, botany, biology behind it.

Un libro sobre la rana punta de flecha con fotografías grandes a todo color. Contiene información sobre su apariencia, su hábitat y sus hábitos. This title is an introductory look at colorful poison dart frogs. Readers will learn about the number of species, what poison dart frogs look like, common habitats and habits, what they like to eat, and baby poison dart frogs. Complete with big, colorful photographs and more facts. Aligned to Common...

A thrilling tale of encounters with nature's masters of biochemistry From the coasts of Indonesia to the rainforests of Peru, venomous animals are everywhere-and often lurking out of sight. Humans have feared them for centuries, long considering them the assassins and pariahs of the natural world. Now, in Venomous, the biologist Christie Wilcox investigates and illuminates the animals of our nightmares, arguing that they hold the keys to a deeper...

Examines the characteristics and habits of different kinds of snakes, fish, spiders, insects, and other animals that use poison to defend themselves.

Provides answers to a variety of questions about various poisonous creatures, such as "Do Gila monsters bite humans," "What are killer bees," "Which ant sting hurts the most," and "Are frogs poisonous?"