Garden Minibeasts Up Close series by John Woodward (7 Books)
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Overview: Gr 2-4–A mix of pests and beneficial organisms is profiled in these colorful introductions to common invertebrates. In each title, short blocks of text, arranged in a series of spreads, describe the outstanding characteristics shared by all the subject animals; distinctive physical and behavioral characteristics of particular groups and/or species; typical diets and feeding methods; life cycles; natural enemies and defense mechanisms; and ways the animals affect humans. A clear, color close-up photo (occasionally two) of a representative species accompanies the text on every page. Each title also includes a simple anatomical diagram. Extended captions and one or two sidebars in each section offer additional facts about the featured animals
Genre: Nonfiction | Educational | Children
Bee – Despite their bad reputation due to the painful nature of their sting, bees are some of the most useful insects found in the backyard. They produce honey and beeswax and help pollinate flowers and other plants we use for food. Bee offers an intimate look at these social insects.
Beetle – Beetles have the largest number of known species of any other insect in the world. From boll weevils to ladybugs, these tiny creatures can be found in abundance in one’s backyard. Beetle gives an overview of where and how beetles live, examining their life cycles, predators, and defense mechanisms.
Butterfly – Many children have spent summer afternoons chasing beautifully colored butterflies around the garden. This book, filled with vibrant photographs, shows readers these graceful insects in sharp detail, from caterpillar to cocoon to winged insect.
Cricket – On summer nights, the air is often filled with the sound of crickets chirping. Symbols of good luck in many cultures, crickets live in gardens across the globe. Amazing up-close photographs explore the fascinating world of crickets, detailing the body parts and daily activities of these noisy insects.
Dragonfly – Dazzling in appearance, dragonflies have long captured the imagination of people in various cultures. In this volume, dozens of full-color photographs enable readers to learn about the needs, life cycle, and food preferences of these long-bodied insects.
Snail – Snail provides an accessible introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, and behavior of these slow-moving creatures. Full-color photographs add to the text by giving readers a close-up look at these shelled minibeasts.
Spider – Spiders have both terrified and fascinated humans for thousands of years. This book gives an overview of where and how spiders live, examining their life cycles, predators, and defense mechanisms.
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