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Description
"Garter Snakes" by Elizabeth Raum is a nonfiction book for beginning readers at a 3.0 reading level. The book explains what garter snakes eat, where they live, and provides information about their life cycle. It also discusses how garter snakes interact with humans.
Quick Summary
Get ready to meet the slithery neighbors that might be lurking in your garden, because this book uncovers the secret life of garter snakes in a way that turns "eww" into "wow" on every page. Kids will love the icky-cool facts about what these snakes eat, where they hide, and how they survive the winter, all presented with vivid photos that bring these fascinating reptiles close enough to study. If your kid loves the "Who Would Win?" series or Magic Tree House nature adventures, they'll be hooked on learning everything about these common yet amazing creatures. Perfect for kids in grades K-2 who are curious about the natural world and ready to discover that snakes are far more interesting than they ever imagined.