Synopses & Reviews
With detailed, lively answers to a host of fascinating questions, I Wonder Why Snakes Shed Their Skin is a perfect introduction to the world of snakes. This reptilian resource explains everything from "Why do lizards lose their tails?" to "What makes a crocodile smile?"
Review
Children's Literature answers are simply written, but they don't shy away from scientific language, difficult issues, or remaining mysteries.
About the Author
Amanda O'Neill has worked in education since 1976 and has been a freelance writer and editor since 1986. She has written books on a wide range of subjects and wrote both I Wonder Why Spiders Spin Webs, and Cats. Amanda has never lived without cats - her current feline friend is rescue-cat Jess, a seven-year-old part-Burmese. Amanda lives in Leicestershire, England, with her family and a whole host of reptiles, bugs, and other creatures.