Books in Surprisingly Scary! series

Readers will love this high-interest and information-rich volume about the masked backyard bandit—the raccoon. This book introduces readers to the anatomy, habitat, and behavior of raccoons. It also discusses the ways these animals can be dangerous, including their ability to spread rabies. Readers will enjoy supplementary fact boxes that add to the reading experience. Vivid visuals will draw readers in, and the accessible and fascinating text will deepen their knowledge of our relationship with raccoons.

This book about the tiny, glowing blue-ringed octopus is sure to captivate young readers with its vivid photographs and engaging text. Readers will love learning about the blue-ringed octopus’s anatomy, habitat, and fatal venom. Color photographs make this reef-dwelling octopus come to life, as readers learn about the dangers of touching a blue-ringed octopus. Fun fact boxes supplement the text and deepen the reader’s understanding of the subject.

Readers might know the pufferfish for its ability to inflate when threatened, but they’ll be surprised to find that these inflatable fish are also deadly! This volume introduces readers to the freaky features of this marine creature, from its anatomy and habitat to its behavior and defenses. Readers will love exploring the brilliant color photographs of pufferfish in the wild, bringing this crazy creature to life. High-interest text and fun fact boxes make this an unforgettable reading experience.

This fun and fact-filled book about Australia’s great predator, the dingo, is sure to thrill readers. This volume introduces readers to a dingo’s anatomy, habitat, and diet, as well as their pack behavior and hunting techniques. The book also covers the dangers of encountering a dingo and the danger that dingoes face because of humans—complete extinction. Amazing color photographs bring this Outback animal to life while exciting and accessible text gives readers a well-rounded reading experience. Fact boxes will fascinate readers and deepen their understanding of the topic.

Whats that buzzing in your ear? Its the star of this bookthe pesky mosquito! Readers will love learning fun facts about these familiar insects, including their habitat, diet, anatomy, and behavior. Readers will also learn about the dangers associated with mosquitos, especially their ability to spread fatal diseases. Close-up, eye-catching photographs and high-interest text combine to make this an engaging read for even the most reluctant reader. Fascinating fact boxes are included throughout the book to add to the readers learning experience.

The poison dart frog might be tiny, but it’s packed with venom and ready to kill. This book introduces readers to the anatomy, habitat, and behavior of poison dart frogs. Readers will also enjoy spotlights on key species, including the golden poison dart frog, which can kill 1 people with its venom! Photographs capture the brilliant color in these venomous critters, enticing readers to turn the page. Information-rich text and fun fact boxes provide a fascinating and dynamic reading experience.

Whats that buzzing in your ear? Its the star of this bookthe pesky mosquito! Readers will love learning fun facts about these familiar insects, including their habitat, diet, anatomy, and behavior. Readers will also learn about the dangers associated with mosquitos, especially their ability to spread fatal diseases. Close-up, eye-catching photographs and high-interest text combine to make this an engaging read for even the most reluctant reader. Fascinating fact boxes are included throughout the book to add to the readers learning experience.