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The question in online snake groups that follows the species identification is, “Is it dangerous/venomous?” After all, that’s what we really need to know — especially when we have children or pets that play in the yard where we spotted the snake.
He likes his athletic stripes and bright yellow skin. In addition, every green snake he encounters is uninteresting, unpleasant, and lethargic. Verdi tries every method in the book to get rid of the pale green stripe that runs the length of his body. He just gets himself into more difficult situations. Verdi becomes green despite his attempts, but he is delighted to learn that this does not need to change who he is! Serpentineis NOT a reference book, but one for people just love to look at snakes in all their diverse beauty. When you’re selecting a children’s book about snakes, there are several factors to keep in mind: age group, type, and format. Let’s look at these categories more closely. Age GroupThose questions (and many more!) are all answered in this text where you’ll find chapters on locomotion, ectothermy, courtship, and sound production. Snakes terrify many people. Children seem to find them more entertaining and are less scared of these critters than most adults. But as you get to know them, you’ll discover that snakes are solitary, quiet individuals who only desire a cool, shaded area to live in. This book includes information on more than 3,000 species of snakes, including 60 in-depth profiles. One reviewer said that this book places too strong a focus on venomous snakes. Another said that the book was “too basic.” Pros and Cons of Everything You Need to Know About Snakes by John Woodward Pros
The protagonist in this story is a young, bright yellow snake. All of the other snakes in the forest are green. It’s important to note that this is not a local guidebook. You may indeed be able to find information on the eastern indigo snake you think you spotted, but it’s organized by family (or type of snake), not region. Pros and Cons of Snake: The Essential Visual Guide by Chris Mattison Pros Africa is home to several hundred snake species, and The Dangerous Snakes of Africa by Stephen Spawls covers all of them. And while this book does not focus on snakes exclusively, it has an expansive section on serpents. In fact, this book is educational while still being accessible to experienced and new snake owners. Everything You Need to Know About Snakes covers the amazing world of reptiles. From swiftly crawling beasts and sentient dragons to snakes that glide and shed skin. Along with discovering all about lizards, alligators, snails, and turtles, readers ages five to nine will also learn about how far a cobra can spit. There’s a gallery of fang photos, information on how to resist a snake strike, the life span of a snake, and more.Below are two honorable mentions that specialize in a niche topic. Honorable Mention #1: The Ultimate Ball Python: Morph Maker Guide Our favorite thing in this book had to be the information on the Titanoboa, a 50-foot-long prehistoric snake. Children will want to refer to this book often because it is filled with amazing illustrations, entertaining activities and quizzes, and startling information about anatomy, diet, and personality. If you’re looking for a good guidebook about snakes then we suggest U.S. Guide to Venomous Snakes and Their Mimics by Scott Shupe. Chapters include “Are Baby Snakes More Dangerous Than Adults?” and “Can You Fall into a Nest of Cottonmouths?” This middle grade book explores grief and death while artfully balancing humor. Twelve-year-old Josh’s mother died in a car crash brought on by a snake being in the car. Josh and his family are bewildered. How did the snake get there? How do they move on? Josh is left to find his own answers. Young Adult Snake Books A Crown of Wishes (The Star-Touched Queen #2) byRoshani Chokshi
It’s all about the biology. However, writing and illustrations were not sacrificed to accommodate the technical details. The Book of Snakes presents 600 species of snakes from around the world, covering nearly one in six of all snake species. It will bring greater understanding of a group of reptiles that have existed for more than 160 million years, and that now inhabit every continent except Antarctica, as well as two of the great oceans. Reading about snakes and other animals not only expands a child’s knowledge but also nurtures their imagination and empathy towards nature. Books have the power to transport children to different worlds, allowing them to visualize snake habitats and understand their place in the natural ecosystem. Through reading, children can develop a sense of wonder and appreciation for the diverse creatures that inhabit our planet. Additionally, learning about snakes and their importance in nature promotes empathy and a sense of responsibility towards the environment.
The most comprehensive book on the list is Snakes of the United States and Canada by Carl H. Ernst and Evelyn M. Ernst.
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