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"What if you were as small as a bean and could walk on the walls and ceiling, sense vibrations through your elbows, jump five times your body length, see the world through eight eyes, and hear using tiny hairs all over your body? That is Jumper's world. Open this book and discover the fascinating hidden life of a backyard jumping spider."--
42) Trapdoor spiders
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"A brief introduction to trapdoor spiders, including their habitat, food, and life cycle"
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Let's head outside with the Bug Patrol! The mission is to spot spiders. This motivating book encourages readers to learn key elementary science concepts in the most fun way possible, outside with real, fascinating creatures. Budding entomologists are introduced to several interesting spider species with close-up images as well as actual size photographs. Through at-level text, beautiful images, and a clever design, they'll learn about these arachnids'...
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"Male black widow spiders often meet their demise when a female mate eats them! And that's just one of the gross steps in the life cycle of these arachnids. Readers of this engaging volume will learn all about these creepy creatures and the most important-and grossest!-steps of their lives. Understanding life cycles is a key part of elementary life science curricula. Colorful photographs and age-appropriate text ensure that even the most reluctant...
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"Come along on a science adventure to discover fun facts and amazing attributes of spiders, worms, ladybugs, and other types of insects!" -- Back cover.
Learn all about what makes bugs so special, including the unique things spiders, worms, ladybugs, and many other insects can do.
46) The spider
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Part of a series of hilarious nonfiction about disgusting creatures, this book looks at the spider. It covers such topics as the spider's habitats (pretty much everywhere but outer space), the silk it spins (it can trap prey and makes a nifty bowtie), and its parenting practice (female spiders carry around their eggs in a silk purse). Although silly and off-the-wall,The Spider contains real information that will both amuse and teach.
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Be alert for a fancy spider web stretched across a path-it's the trap of a hungry orb weaver! In this book, you will learn how orb weavers are similar to and different from other arachnids. Close-up photographs and diagrams reveal extraordinary details about the spider's body both inside and out. And a hands-on activity will give you an idea of how the orb weaver can detect prey caught in its web. Learn more about this fascinating member of nature's...
49) Jumping spiders
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Jumping spiders have the best eyesight of any spider. They use their eyes to spot food and danger. Discover more in Jumping Spiders, one of the titles in the Spiders series.
50) Charlotte's web
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Wilbur, the pig, is desolate when he discovers that he is destined to be the farmer's Christmas dinner until his spider friend, Charlotte, decides to help him.
53) Wolf spiders
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Explains how spiders turn from eggs to adults and how they spin their webs, which ones are poisonous, and which ones are harmless.
54) Black widows
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"Was there a flash of red on that spider? Uh oh, it's a black widow! These small spiders can pack a big punch of venom, but they're also often misunderstood. In this book, readers will enter the webby world of black widow spiders, learning about the dozens of species around the world. Photographs give a safe glimpse into spider lives, while manageable text introduces life science concepts through intriguing information about these dangerous arachnids"--...
55) Arachnids
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Say hello to spiders, scorpions, mites, and ticks! Arachnids is a colorful photo-filled animal-science reference book for young readers and browsers. Not only will kids discover basic topics such as habitat, anatomy, and diet, but they'll also be treated to fun topics such as arachnids in mythology and art, all written in a clear, concise way.
56) Water spiders
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"In Water Spiders, young readers will learn about the physical features and characteristics of water spiders. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage beginning readers as they learn about this type of spider." --
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"Spiders seem scary, but they are really quiet creatures who help humans by eating many insect pests. And it's hard not to love nature's best engineer as it builds elaborate web homes. Young readers will explore the world of spiders and their awesome abilities ..."--
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Eric Carle and fourteen other beloved children's book artists illustrate their favorite bugs and explain why they love them. Everybody has a favorite bug. Some like shiny, colorful beetles or busy ants or soft pale moths best. Others prefer spindly walking sticks or fuzzy caterpillars that turn into bright butterflies. With beautiful illustrations and charming personal stories, 15 children's book artists share their favorite bugs and why they love...
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