Introduce and read Frogs by Gail Gibbons. Discuss what makes a frog an amphibian. Discuss and chart the life cycle of the frog. Find a favorite frog joke to share with the class. Teacher read The Frog Alphabet Book by Jerry Pallotta.
Students make a mini-book of fantastic frogs.
After reading the book, add additional facts to the class chart. Students go in pairs throughout the day to look at reptile pictures at bookmark Wildlife Gallery Photos of Wildlife and Endangered . Discuss and chart the steps of the birth of a turtle. With a partner, students complete Venn diagram on amphibians and reptiles. Discuss Venn diagrams as a total group.