A snake hatches from one of its mother"s eggs, then lives in forests and fields by devouring rodents and other small creatures. Boys and girls learn about snakes as they read this book"s easy text and study the vivid illustrations. The impressively illustrated titles in this fine series will appeal to very young children. The books present highly detailed, naturalistic animal illustrations and simple storylines that preschoolers can easily comprehend. Like all previously published books in this series, this new title has full-color, full-page illustrations on every large page. The story makes a wonderful introduction to the wonders of nature for little girls and boys who are curious about the habits of different animals. The pages are sturdy cardboard, designed to withstand rough treatment from small hands.