Reptile and Amphibian Life Span and Life History Background information on the life span of reptiles and amphibians.		Reptile and Amphibian Defense Strategies Students study a range of defensive strategies used by reptiles and amphibians.
Reptiles and Amphibians Through the Ages Background information on the evolution of some reptiles and amphibians, as well as the...		Care and Handling of Live Reptiles and Amphibians Distribute an article that gives important information on how to safely and properly handle...
Estimating Turtle Size and Age Explore an activity that is appropriate for more advanced students who are learning about...		Mimics Survive -- Camouflaged Reptiles Students recognize just how successful camouflage strategies can be for reptiles and...
Why Care About Amphibian Population Decline and Malformations? In this lesson, students learn why preservation of wildlife is important.		Eastern Newt Species Account This article includes a description of the Eastern Newt, as well as an explanation of its...
Animal Research - Plan Ahead Students can use this form for planning an animal research report.		Long-Lived Turtles Students learn to estimate turtle size and age by identifying the parts of the shell, and then...
Measuring Turtle Length and Age Students will use these charts to measure the length of a turtle and to estimate a turtle's...		Reptile and Amphibian Checklist Use this reptile and amphibian checklist with the Mystery of the Malformed Frogs lesson plan.
Reptile and Amphibian Defense Systems Protecting themselves against predators is a full-time job for reptiles and amphibians. This...		Amphibian Population Declines Background information on the decline and extinction of many amphibians.
Anteater Reading Passage Read this informative passage about the giant anteater and then answer the attached...		NSTA Recommends -- Reptiles and Amphibians These valuable reviews of science-teaching materials focus on books that explore reptiles and...
Praying Mantis Reading Passage A reading passage about the praying mantis, or mantid, and then answer the attached...		The Race of Toad and Deer Enrichment activities and Internet resources to enhance teaching The Race of Toad and...
Mexican Milksnake and Coralsnake Drawings A blank drawing of the Mexican milk and coral snakes, as well as a detailed coloring guide.