Barrron's "Reptile and Amphibian Keeper's Guides " pack a great deal of information into a small format that also features instructive charts and color photos. This title describes the brilliantly colored and harmless corn snake and its many subspecies that are native to North America and Europe. They tend to do well in captivity when their owners observe the basics of proper housing, feeding, and general care.
These 97 games, sight gags, playful tricks, and practical jokes require no special talent, use just the simplest household items as props, and actually work. Babies will be entertained - and adult readers will rediscover the joy of surrendering to sheer silliness. Get baby giggling with the Exaggerated Sneeze ah-ah-ah-ah-CHOO ! The Live Jack-in-the-Box (Dad goes in large cardboard box, family sings, Pop Goes the Weasel , and Dad jumps out at the last line), and oldies-but-goodies including Baby's Stinky Feet. It's the joy of letting loose and laughing with your baby.
Have you ever wondered what you should do if you are attacked by a shark? Or how about if you are trapped in a burning building? Well, if you have, this is the book for you. It covers every situation you can think of, and lots more besides! There are useful hints and tips for: surviving in the wilderness, finding water and building a shelter, escaping from bears and mountain lions, coping with earthquakes and tornadoes. It also includes helpful first aid information and a section on being street-smart. Let's hope you never end up on a desert island-but if you do, you'll be glad you read this book!