Books in Backyard series

"A high-interest introduction to the life cycle of mice, including how pinkies develop, their plant-based diet, threats from predators, and the woodsy habitats of these backyard animals"--

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Provides instructions for finding, collecting, and keeping caterpillars and suggests how to delve into the secret lives of these little neighbors of ours

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and life of ladybugs and provides instructions for finding, collecting, and keeping these beetles as pets.

Loewen, Nancy

Describes the anatomy, behavior, and life cycle of ladybugs.

A basic introduction to hummingbirds discusses their habitat, behaviors, life cycle, and anatomy, with information on how to identify and observe these birds.

Provides instructions for finding, collecting, and keeping these crustaceans and suggests ways to delve into their secret lives.

Provides instructions for finding, collecting, and keeping snails and suggests how to delve into the secret lives of these shell dwellers.

Describes the physical characteristics and habits of spiders and provides instructions for finding, collecting, and keeping spiders.

The world of nature awaits you right in your own backyard. Search the woods and desserts for beautiful Blue Jays. While on safari, learn how to identify and observe these birds and discover their interesting behaviors, life cycle, enemies, and defenses.

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of the millipede and presents millipede-related activities.