It's a Good Thing There Are Spiders
Lisa M. Herrington
Library Binding
(Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2014)
Most wouldn't believe you if you said spiders are good.Many people are seriously scared of spiders. But these creepy crawlies eat insects that harm crops and plants. They are also food for birds, frogs, and other animals. And scientists are trying to replicate spider silk, which may someday be used to bind wounds and to make bulletproof vests for the military. The well-organized chapters help students identify key details. The illustrations and text features such as captions and bold print help students navigate the text while the photographs add clarity and enable students to better understand the text.
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