Nic Bishop: Snakes

YIKES Join naturalist Nic Bishop for a closer look at scaly, scary snakes

Snakes are scaly, scary, silent predators. They use powerful venom or crushing strength to overwhelm their victims. Then they swallow them whole With breathtaking full-page images, Sibert Medal-winning photographer Nic Bishop introduces the terrifying and beautiful world of snakes. The simple, engaging text presents both basic information and captivating details about the appearance, habits, and remarkable abilities of these amazing reptiles. An index and glossary are included, along with an author's note detailing his research and the fun stories behind the photographs.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Scholastic
Published: 10/01/2012
ISBN: 9780545206389
Pages: 48
Weight: 1.01lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.10w x 0.40d
Award: Cybils - Finalist
Award: Rhode Island Children's Book Awards - Nominee
Award: Literary Award - Finalist
Award: Grand Canyon Reader Award - Winner
Award: Young Hoosier Book Award - Nominee
Award: Monarch Award - Nominee

Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 08/06/2012
School Library Journal 10/01/2012 pg. 112
Booklist 11/15/2012 pg. 42
Shelf Awareness 11/16/2012
SLJ's Best Books 12/01/2012 pg. 33
Horn Book Magazine 01/01/2013 pg. 101
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2013 pg. 144 - Outstanding, Noteworthy In Style

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 154472 / Nic Bishop Snakes
Reading Level: 5.1 / Interest Level: Lower Grade / Point Value: 1