Boomslangs cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 1.8
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 116
Points per Word 0.00431
Page Count 24
Points per Page 0.020833

Description

"Boomslangs" by Julie Murray is an informational book that introduces young readers to the boomslang snake species. The book provides facts about the snake's habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and life cycle. Through simple text and full-color photographs, readers learn about where boomslangs live and how they survive in their environment. This lower elementary reader presents educational information about reptiles in an accessible format for early readers.

Quick Summary

This book gives kids a thrilling glimpse into The World Series Kids of boomslangs, Africa's mysterious tree-dwelling snake with those unmistakable bright green scales. The up-close photographs show these stealthy predators in action, revealing how their enormous eyes help them spot prey from far away. If your little explorer devours books like "Snakes!" by Gil Gross or can't get enough reptile facts, this slithery read will capture their imagination. Perfect for emerging readers in grades K-2 who are fascinated by wild creatures and want to build their reading confidence.