Some find them creepy, others find them cute, but whether reptiles make you shiver or smile, you have to admit they're fascinating. In this outstanding 3-part video survey of the scaly creatures, culled from The Learning Channel, young viewers are introduced to: "Snakes," those much-maligned creatures who fight a unique battle for survival due to their lack of limbs; "Crocodilians," which have remained largely unchanged since prehistoric times; and, finally, four representative "Lizards" that have special ways of adapting to their respective environments. Featuring great introductions, tight editing, a concise script with a good sense of humor, and excellent camerawork, Reptiles is highly recommended. Aud: E, I, J. (E. Gieschen)
Reptiles
(2001) 25 min. $39.95. Discovery Channel School. PPR. Color cover. Closed captioned. ISBN: 1-58738-129-X. Volume 16, Issue 6
Reptiles
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