Get ready to enter the wet and wild world of amphibiana! Here, children will discover some of the slimiest creatures that ever lived on land and in water. From jumping frogs that leap more than 6 feet (1.8 m) to slippery salamanders that are covered in mucus and breathe through their skin, these remarkable amphibians will amaze young readers. Large color photos will captivate children as they see up close what these water-loving animals eat, how they stay safe, and the tremendous transformations that take place as these creatures grow from tiny eggs to full-fledged adults.