Wasps might look similar to bees, but they have different features that set them apart. For example, wasps can be bright yellow or bright orange and black, or muted colors. Most wasps also do not sting. This book introduces these differences to young readers and invites them to explore what a wasp is, how wasps live, and incredible traits that make them unique. Presented using engaging photographs and simple text, this book is perfect for the budding...

A basic overview of the life cycle of a grasshopper.

Using colorful photographs and simple language, this book explores the life of a grasshopper, its traits and survival methods, and its habitat and distribution. Each page educates the reader on a different aspect of a grasshopper's life, its beginnings, food habits, defense mechanisms, and special characteristics, such as its wings and ear placement. This book is sure to engage and excite young readers in a fun and visual way.

A fact spread and creepy images bring jumping spiders to life. Readers will learn about the habitats and unique characteristics of several jumping spider species. Written for second-graders, this book about these nightmare creatures will keep kids up past their bedtime.

Contrary to their name's suggestion, earwigs do not crawl into people's ears. Earwigs have pinchers on their bodies that they use to fight other earwigs or pick up food. Find out about the other parts of an earwig's body, what earwigs eat, and how earwigs take care of their young.

Mosquitoes are known as bloodsuckers. They pool around lakes and campfires and prey upon unsuspecting wildlife and humans. Using photographs and simple text, this book explores the life of a mosquito, its unique features, and the survival tactics it uses to withstand extreme conditions and other outside threats.

A butterfly is an insect. It's a flying insect! What does it eat? And how does it use its feet? Let's find out! Flying Insects: Butterfly gives young readers in prekindergarten to grade 1 an introduction to these fascinating fliers through simple text, vivid photos, and fun facts. This series introduces early readers to flying insects. Each book includes a list of words to look for in the text, with callouts that match the word to the image on the...

At large on every continent, ticks feed on blood. Using their front legs, they attach to the skin of their victims and cling on tight. Ticks are mostly found in fields and forests and can spread dangerous diseases to the animals and people they come in contact with. Understand more about these bloodsuckers with this engrossing book for beginning readers.

Dragonflies are really cool creatures. They can hover and do flips in the air. They can even fly backward. Some dragonflies can fly up to 20 miles per hour! In this book, readers will learn about a day in the life of a dragonfly from the perspective of one these amazing insects. Low-level text is perfect for young readers. Reading comprehension skills are promoted with a special Words to Know section. Colorful illustrations will keep readers of all...

Mantises are some of the most fascinating bugs in the world! With big eyes, colorful bodies, and amazing adaptations, mantises are sure to excite and engage readers. This book introduces emerging readers to accessible and fascinating facts about mantises, including different species and their habitats, adaptations, and behaviors. Readers will also follow the mantis on its life cycle. Brilliant photographs give readers an up-close look at this captivating...