| Insects in Danger Contributor(s): Smithyman, Kathryn (Author), Kalman, Bobbie (Author) |
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ISBN: 077872378X ISBN-13: 9780778723783 Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company OUR PRICE: $8.96 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2006 Annotation: Insects are essential to life on Earth and many of them are endangered. Some may become extinct even before we know they exist! Kids will discover that many species of beetles, butterflies, moths, ants, and other insects are endangered and that thousands of others are at risk. The stunning photography in Insects in Danger shows these animals in their natural habitats. The World of Insects series provides children with an overview of the important characteristics of insects and their relationships to the other living things on Earth. Fascinating and easy to read, this beautiful set of books outlines significant details and concepts in clear and simple ways. Children will be eager to investigate the incredible world of insects! Each book includes a fun and interactive activity page. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Animals - Insects, Spiders, Etc. - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Environmental Conservation & Protection |
| Dewey: 595.716 |
| LCCN: 2005036716 |
| Lexile Measure: 810 |
| Series: World of Insects (Crabtree Publishing Paperback) |
| Physical Information: 0.14" H x 8.34" W x 9.46" (0.34 lbs) 32 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 106638 Reading Level: 5.1 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This title is intended for ages 4-8. Insects are essential to life on Earth and many of them are endangered. Some may become extinct even before we know they exist Children will discover that many species of beetles, butterflies, moths, ants, and other insects are endangered and that thousands of others are at risk. The stunning photography in this book shows these animals in their natural habitats and reveals: how insects are important for pollination and soil recycling; how all kinds of insects are essential to food chains; the reasons why insects are in danger; and, how people can help insects. |