A glossary of terms is included. Before their mothers depart to visit a neighboring village, they warn their sons not to leave home. The boys, however, can't resist the lure of the jungle. They make their way to Odo Ere, - the Lake of the Big Snake. A fast-paced story, perfect for storytelling.
Watercolors beautifully depict the lush rainforest setting.
Discover how different arthropods, fish, amphibians, reptiles , birds and mammals raise their young. This great eye opener lets kids see how some baby animals' needs are the same as humans, while others are very different. Each book includes table of contents, glossary, index, and list of suggested readings. Reptiles Bitten by a rattlesnake at the age of nine, the author has became fascinated rather than frightened by these interesting creatures. She has brilliantly woven together her own personal encounters with rattlesnakes, a wealth of facts, and bits and pieces of legend and lore.