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All About Reptiles with Reptile World!

a 2023 CCPL Summer Learning Challenge Program!

Are you fascinated with reptiles & amphibians? Meet a variety of reptiles like lizards, turtles, & snakes from both near & far!

The Reptile World program was designed to give audiences the opportunity to meet an interesting selection of live, large, colorful, and gentle reptiles from all over the world. Audiences enjoy discovering what reptiles are, what makes them different from birds and mammals, and how important they are in our environment. Many of the myths and misconceptions are dispelled, instilling a greater appreciation and understanding of these fascinating reptiles.

Reptile World programs aim to increase student awareness of our natural world, encourage them to be curious, and make a special connection between them and these incredibly beautiful reptiles.

Reptile World programs tell a story of kindness and respect, not being afraid of those who are different than us, and ultimately encourage us to be better stewards of our wildlife and planet.

Some of the reptiles in the program include:

• A beautiful, prehistoric-looking Alligator Snapping Turtle
• An amazing tropical lizard from South America or Africa
• An American or Chinese Alligator
• An African or Asian Crocodile
• The brightly colored Mexican Milksnake
• A young adult Boa Constrictor or Anaconda
• A beautiful Indian rock python and several other fascinating snakes.

Registration is required. Please contact laplataref@ccplonline.org or call us at 301-934-9001 with any questions!

ABOUT THE PRESENTER: Since 1970, Michael Shwedick has introduced America to the fascinating world of reptiles. One of America’s leading reptile wildlife educators, Michael’s program has educated and entertained more than 15,000 audiences from Miami to Boston. More than 100,000 people a year experience Reptile World. Featured in magazines like National Geographic WORLD and hundreds of newspaper articles nationwide, Michael instills marvelous respect for both reptiles and his audiences.

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