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1) Arachnids
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Say hello to spiders, scorpions, mites, and ticks! Arachnids is a colorful photo-filled animal-science reference book for young readers and browsers. Not only will kids discover basic topics such as habitat, anatomy, and diet, but they'll also be treated to fun topics such as arachnids in mythology and art-all written in a clear, concise way.
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In this darkly comical look at the sinister side of our relationship with the natural world, Stewart has tracked down over one hundred of our worst entomological foes-creatures that infest, infect, and generally wreak havoc on human affairs. From the world's most painful hornet, to the flies that transmit deadly diseases, to millipedes that stop traffic, to the "bookworms" that devour libraries, to the Japanese beetles munching on your roses, Wicked...
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Explores the similarities between spiders and daddy long legs, and how to tell them apart. Discover how traits like body shape, ability to make silk, and defense mechanisms can be used to identify these common arachnids. Additional features include a side-by-side comparison of the animals, an activity encouraging readers to demonstrate their knowledge, a phonetic glossary, sources for further reading, an introduction to the author, and an index.
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5) Bug City
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North Atlantic Books
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English
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Enjoy a whimsical day in the life of an insect family—and learn how to identify a variety of bugs!—with this charming picture book for ages 3-7, featuring illustrations by celebrated artist Dahlov Ipcar.
Mama is a ladybug and Papa is a daddy longlegs . . . This charming bug family share a day in Bug City, where they go shopping (for calico moths and velvet ants, of course!) and visit the zoo with rhinoceros beetles...
Mama is a ladybug and Papa is a daddy longlegs . . . This charming bug family share a day in Bug City, where they go shopping (for calico moths and velvet ants, of course!) and visit the zoo with rhinoceros beetles...
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"Spiders are famous for their complex webs, but that's not how all of these eight-legged critters catch food. Some chase prey on the ground. Others hide and grab bugs that come too close! ... Readers will be amazed at the variety of arachnids and up-close photos, while also learning about bug behavior, life cycles, classification, and more!" --provided by publisher.
9) Tarantulas
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English
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This book introduces readers to the physical characteristics, behaviors, habitat, and life cycle of tarantulas.
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"These little eight-legged creatures are often the stuff of people's nightmares, but spiders are amazing animals that are essential for our world. Told from a spider's point of view, in this book spiders set out to convince their human doubters that they really aren't out to scare or harm people. In fact, they are far too busy weaving beautiful silk structures, hunting, keeping insect pests under control and raising their young to want to frighten...
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Dark Horse Books
Pub. Date
c2023.
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English
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"In the forgotten corners of post-9/11 New York City, skittering shapes in the darkness prey on the people society leaves behind. College dropout Vin Spencer floats through life in a drug-and-party-fueled haze, until one terrible night sweeps him into a drifter's reckless war against the giant eight-legged horrors stalking the city."--
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Norton Young Readers, an imprint of W.W. Norton & Company
Pub. Date
c2025.
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English
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Meet the deadliest spiders on Earth. Whose bite is the most venomous? Is it the sneaky black widow? The shy recluse? The aggressive Brazilian wandering spider? Or someone else? The host of this stiff competition, Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice, teaches the rules for spider interactions (Do not touch! Do not fear!), gives a digestible breakdown of arachnids, and introduces the contestants. The Deadliest: Spider invites readers into the world of spiders: where...
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