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What Can Frogs Tell Us about Our Planet?: Discover the Science Behind Herpetology

by Eliza Jeffery

Frogs as clues to a changing planet

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Frogs as clues to a changing planet

Eliza Jeffery’s introduction to herpetology connects frog biology with wider environmental questions. Topics include how frogs’ skin can detect pollution, how migrations affect traffic, and ways frogs are involved in responses to climate change. The book frames these examples as a way to explore what studying amphibians can reveal about the planet. It is presented as narrative nonfiction and includes QR codes linking to downloadable resources for teachers, parents, and children.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 9–12 interested in frogs and toads
  • Young readers curious about animal science and environmental topics
  • Families and educators seeking a nonfiction science resource with supplementary materials

Themes

HerpetologyFrogs and toadsPollutionMigrationClimate change

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Book overview

It's a big question--what can frogs tell us about our planet?

Frogs are incredible, as are the herpetologists who study them! They may only be small, but the amount that frogs can tell us about our planet is remarkable. Check out . . .

  • How frogs use their skin to detect pollution
  • How a migration of frogs can stop traffic
  • The surprising ways these tiny heroes are fighting against climate change

. . . and so much more

Beautifully bound with stunning illustrations, The Big Questions Answered is a narrative nonfiction series and complete young science resource in one, with QR codes to download free teacher and parent resources and kids' packs. Start a lifelong interest in science--it can change the world!

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