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“But if people are bitten, snakes can help! Medicine is made from their poison to treat snake bites.“

I see this book used in my classroom as a read aloud story to talk about and discuss snakes. I think this book could also fit into social emotional topics because most people feel very strongly about snakes, but they actually do a lot for our environment. This could help students to see that even if there is something they dislike, it could still be beneficial to them.

Nonfiction- Jennifer Dussling's “Slinky, Scaly Snakes!“ is a fascinating look at the world of snakes. This is an informative book that explores various snake species, their unique characteristics, and their habitats. From the venomous to the harmless, readers will discover a wealth of information about these often misunderstood creatures. This book includes photographs and the text is very engaging for children.

“Chameleons are a little different. They can change color. But they want to have a color of their own.”

I think this book teaches important themes of identity and belonging. It talks about the importance of being true to yourself which is a great lesson to learn.

This book shares the story of a chameleon who is tired of changing his colors. He wants one color of his own and battles this feeling throughout his journey.

“All animals have a color of their own, except for chameleons. They change color wherever they go.“ I love this quote because it sets up the main idea of the story, where the chameleon feels different because of his inability to keep a consistent color.