Washoe County Library System

Invites readers to guess which animal is being described based on clues about its features, including orange feet and toes, a smooth green back, and a sticky pink tongue.

"Young children are natural problem solvers and always looking for answers, especially when it involves animals. Guess What: Spotted Singers: Leopard Frog provides young curious readers with striking visual clues and simply written hints. Using the photos and text, readers rely on visual literacy skills, reading, and reasoning as they solve the animal mystery. Clearly written facts give readers a deeper understanding of how the animal lives. Additional...

A mother and child watch as tadpoles develop and grow into frogs.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of these amphibians.

Describes how, when, where, and why frogs sing songs. Includes frog identification guide.

Introduces a variety of frogs and toads and describes their distinguishing characteristics.

Looks at all kinds of frogs, from exotic species to the common greenish-brown specimens found in backyards, discussing their characteristics, life cycles, and habitats.

A brief study of the first creatures on earth to develop voices and an aversion to dry skin.