Author / Editor / Creator:  Herbert S. Zim

Publication Identification: Scholastic. 1972.

Snakes by Herbert S. Zim is an illustrated nonfiction book introducing young readers to the fascinating world of snakes. Originally copyrighted in 1949, this Scholastic paperback is identified as a 1972 printing. Written primarily for children ages 4 to 8, the book combines accessible explanations with illustrations to introduce snake identification, behavior, and natural history. Its educational approach encourages curiosity about these often misunderstood animals while providing younger readers with a foundation for learning more about reptiles.