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  • Crickets

    Emily K. Green

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Like cicadas, crickets also sing a very recognizable song. They sing their song by rubbing their wings together! Readers will get an introduction to the different parts of a cricket's body, where crickets live, and what animals hunt crickets.
    G

  • Fireflies

    Emily K. Green

    Paperback (Blastoff! Readers, Jan. 1, 2008)
    Have you ever wondered how a firefly lights up? Fireflies in some areas of the world light up all at the same time, or in a specific order and pattern. Eager readers will glow with excitement while learning about these special insects!
    J

  • Beetles

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, March 1, 2007)
    Introduces the physical characteristics of beetles and describes how beetles can use their jaws, legs, and wings.
    G

  • Cockroaches

    Emily K. Green

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Cockroaches like to live in warm environments, which is why many live inside people's homes. People don't like this because cockroaches come out at night and eat their food! Learn about the physical characteristics and habits of these often feared insects.
    G

  • Moths

    Martha E. H. Rustad

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, )
    None
    G

  • Wasps

    Patrick Perish

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2017)
    A wasp might sting you, but you cant say you werent warned! Wasps have bright colors to caution that they do have a dangerous side. This insect introduction makes it safe for beginning readers to get up close to wasps and enter their world.
    M

  • Puffer Fish

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Feb. 1, 2008)
    Did you know that a puffer fish inflates into a ball when it senses danger? It uses size to intimidate predators. This book introduces children to the appearance, eating habits, and predator escape tactics of puffer fish.
    L

  • Sea Stars

    Ann Herriges

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Look for a sea star's mouth in the middle of its body! Arms called rays surround its mouth. This book introduces children to the anatomy of a sea star and explains the unique way a sea star eats. In Oceans Alive, young learners are introduced to the physical characteristics, habitats, and behaviors of animals including sharks, whales, clown fish, and many more creatures of the sea.
    J

  • Sea Urchins

    Martha E. H. Rustad

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Sea urchins are prickly creatures. Sharp spines completely cover their bodies. Young readers will learn the parts of a sea urchin and how sea urchins move, eat, and stay safe.
    K

  • Ants

    Emily K. Green

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2006)
    None
    I

  • Angelfish

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 15, 2009)
    Angelfish are colorful ocean creatures known for their vibrant beauty. This book introduces young readers to the attractive appearance of angelfish and explains where angelfish live and what they eat.
    J

  • Cicadas

    Colleen A. Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 30, 2007)
    Cicadas are one of few insects that are easily recognizable simply by the sound they make. The male's song can be heard in summer, when female cicadas are ready to lay eggs. Listen up and discover how cicadas grow and shed their skin, find food, and get ready to sing their song!
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