Amanda O'Neill

I love this series of books. Somehow I missed this volume on Munch's existence until recently. The Norwegian is a fascinating artist well worthy of inclusion alongside Monet, Manet, Modigliani and the others. There is the usual three page introduction then a series of 40 or so wonderful reproductions with short comments for each. There is something rather sad about Munch's life and works and yet at the same time dignified and life affirming too.

This is a cute little book about reptiles and why they shed their skin. I think this is a great book for younger children and is very informative. It asks questions that most children wonder and answer them in a question-answer format. It's pictures and illustrations are great and really give kids an authentic look at reptiles.

This is an informational book about reptiles. O'Neill asks questions such as "Which animals are reptiles?" Underneath the questions, you will find a short paragraph that answers the question. O'Neill writes about the biggest reptile, the reptile that lives the longest, the biggest snake, why snakes have teeth and fangs, and much more about reptiles.

I liked this book because it brought facts about reptiles to my attention that I had never thought about. I learned a lot from the book, so I show more know that students would too.

After reading some of the questions such as "Which animals are reptiles?" on p. 4, you could show students pictures of reptiles that are not in the book. You could also talk about which animals are mammals, fish, birds, amphibians. You could also teach students the difference between vertebrates and invertebrates. After reading the question "Why do snakes have teeth and fangs?" on p. 9, you could tell students about snakes that have extra long fangs or snakes that have short fangs.

Have students identify the main purpose of the text, including what the author wants to answer. Next, have students write about the story. Have them introduce the topic, use facts to develop their points, and provide a concluding statement. show less

A nice little compilation of facts about reptiles accompanied by many pictures. The kids enjoyed the format of question and answer.