FEATURES & DETAILS:
- Copyright: 1999
- Color
- MARC records, Catalog Card Kit and Single Main Entry Cards are available
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PRODUCT SUMMARY
The ancestors of reptiles date back to the dinosaurs. After the dinosaurs died out, it was the best-adapted reptile species that survived and continued to thrive. Students will study the characteristics and unique habits of turtles, crocodiles, alligators, lizards and snakes. A fun, hands-on experiment is included. One of 16 volumes in the Animal Life in Action Video Series in the Schlessinger Science Library. Part of the Schlessinger Science Library in Action Collection. This title correlates to the National Science Education Standards for Life Science -- structure & function in living systems, reproduction & heredity, regulation & behavior, populations & ecosystems and diversity & adaptations of organisms. This title includes a Teacher's Guide.
EDITORIAL REVIEWS
"...will keep students enthralled…excellent information delivered succinctly combined with awesome live-action video make this an excellent addition to library collections." - School Library Journal
"These programs are technically excellent, with sharp video footage and off-camera narration that clearly presents zoological concepts. A welcome addition to both school and public library collections." - Booklist (June 1 & 15, 2000)
…well-organized, accurate, and aligned with educational standards… - Library Media Connection (April/May 2007)
FULL REVIEWS
School Library Journal (March 2000)
Gr 5-8 - Many kinds of reptiles and their habitats are featured in this production. Scientific experimentation with chameleons, a visit with a herpetologist, and a discussion of the characteristics of a reptile will keep students enthralled. The reptiles are shown in their natural habitat ripping fresh flesh, eating cute small animals, and looking very scary. The photography is excellent. Several narrators of various ages and backgrounds present the information. A girl is shown in the role of the scientist during the chameleon experiment. The only drawbacks are the animated sequences that separate the units of discussion and the wacky character, Wally Fingers. Both detract from the overall quality of the video, but could be overcome with good teacher direction. Excellent information delivered succinctly combined with awesome live-action video make this an excellent addition to library collections.
Copyright 2000 School Library Journal. Used with permission.