Books in Checkerboard Animal Library: Whales series

Hissssss! Watch out for that snake! This book takes adventurous readers on a quest into the world of the copperhead. Students will discover a slithery way of life as they learn about the copperhead's impressive size, fearsome fangs, and special senses such as its inner ears. Full-color photos give kids an opportunity to identify these poisonous reptiles by their beautiful scale colors and patterns. Readers will also observe how clever copperheads use their natural camouflage to disappear from sight! A range map supplements chapter information about the surprising places these pit vipers live. Bolded glossary terms, phonetic spellings, and an index compliment the chapter text. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

This book introduces young readers to jumping spiders, the spiders that can see better than any other spiders on earth! Students will learn about jumping spiders' sizes, behaviors, habits, dietary needs, methods of defense, anatomy, and colors. Reproduction and spiderling development are also introduced. A diagram of a spider's body aids readers in identifying anatomical features. Threats to the spiders and their habitat including predators and humans are covered. Readers will also learn about the jumping spiders' unique way of moving in reverse! A distribution map shows where jumping spiders are found, so the young arachnologist can be on the lookout for a specimen to observe. Full-color photos allow close observation from the comfort of the library. Glossary words in bold, phonetic spellings, and an index supplement easy-to-read text. These books are ideal for research reports and general reading. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Hissssss! Watch out for that snake! This book takes adventurous readers on a quest into the world of the python. Students will discover a slithery way of life as they learn about the python's impressive size, mouthful of sharp teeth, and special senses such as its heat-sensing pits. Full-color photos give kids an opportunity to identify these creepy reptiles by their beautiful scale colors and patterns. Readers will also observe how colorful pythons use their natural camouflage to disappear from sight! A range map supplements chapter information about the surprising places these hungry constrictors live. Bolded glossary terms, phonetic spellings, and an index compliment the chapter text. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.