Introduces young readers to beetles, examining where they live, how they grow, what they eat, and their physical and behavioral characteristics. Features close-up color photographs, a craft, a glossary, and sources of more information.

The award-winning duo of Dianna Hutts Aston and Sylvia Long team up again, this time creating a gorgeous look at the fascinating world of beetles. From flea beetles to bombardier beetles, an incredible variety of these beloved bugs are showcased here in all their splendor. Poetic in voice and elegant in design, this carefully researched and visually striking book is perfect for sparking children's imaginations in both classroom reading circles and...

"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about the fighting advantages of dung beetles and tarantula hawks. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"-- Provided by publisher.

A young boy befriends a giant beetle, taking it home to live with him, until they both see that the beetle needs to live in its real home, the forest.

Illustrations and rhyming text reveal the great variety of beetles and their swirling, humming, crashing activities.

An illustrated introduction to a variety of beetle species with information on unique characteristics and how these insects have adapted to survive.

Describes the life cycle of ladybugs, from egg through larva and pupa to adult, and explains how ladybugs aid humans by feeding on insect pests.

"It's Christmas Eve and Little Miss Spider is lonely--she doesn't have a little brother or sister to help build snowy creatures and join in her holiday games. Just when Little Miss Spider is wishing her hardest for a friend, she gets whopped with a snowball and discovers Asparagus Beetle..."

"Simple text accompanied by full-color photographs give an upclose look at beetles. Intended for kindergarten through third grade students"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at ladybugs and other beetles in their natural habitats, with information on how to observe these creatures without harming them or their environment.