Why do reptiles shed their skin? How do snakes use their tongues to find food? Why do some reptiles change the way they look? How do reptiles have babies? All the answers are in this book, with exciting photographs, beautiful step-by-step illustrations, clear text and links to websites filled with interesting activities.

Chapters in this book include:
- Reptiles
- What is a reptile?
- Little and large
- Reptile homes
- Hot and cold
- Scaly skin
- Getting around
- Special skills
- Hunting for food
- A killer bite
- Blending in
- Under attack
- Eggs and babies
- Weird reptiles