Growing from tiny tadpoles to massive master jumpers, frogs and their life cycles are fascinating. Growing from tiny tadpoles to massive master jumpers, frogs and their life cycles are fascinating. How far can frogs jump? Why do their eggs look slimy? Answer these questions and many more in this illustrated introduction to amphibians. With her signature bright, well-labeled diagrams and simple text, Gail Gibbons introduces the habitat and life cycles...

Examines the evolution, behavior, physical characteristics, and life cycle of various types of amphibians.

The pond is full of dangers for a tiny tadpole. Will he ever grow up to be a leaping frog? Learn about the life cycle of a frog with this beginning reader.

"Egg to tadpole to frog. An elegant, beautifully illustrated life cycle science book for new readers"--

Photographs and text help readers decipher the differences between frogs and toads, describing the physical features, behaviors, habitats, and other unique attributes of each species.

Looks at different types of frogs and the ecosystems in which they live, and discusses how human activity affects their survival.

"What can we learn about the health of an ecosystem through frogs? This title takes readers to our freshwater sources to see how pollution is disrupting the reproduction and lives of frogs, how humans are to blame, and what we can do to fix it"--Publisher's website.