Insects are amazing animals, and thousands of them are endangered. Some may become extinct even before we know they exist! Kids will discover fascinating facts about the many types of beetles, butterflies, moths, ants, and other insects that are endangered. The stunning photography in Endangered Insects shows these animals in their natural habitats and reveals: the different species of endangered insects, their bodies, what they eat, and their behaviors;...

Ants are everywhere, from the Amazon rain forest to your backyard picnic. Some make nests while others keep on the move. Learn about these amazing social insects and how they work together to survive. The World of Insects series reveals the intriguing physical characteristics and behavior of some of our best-known insects. Each volume provides details about these creatures' habits and habitats as well as insights into their relationships with humans....

There are more species of beetles than any other kind of insect on Earth. It's no surprise, then, that these insects play major roles in the environment. They are Mother Nature's recyclers, trash removers, and dung disposers. Learn more about beetles in this interesting book. The World of Insects series reveals the intriguing physical characteristics and behavior of some of our best-known insects. Each volume provides details about these creatures'...

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

Butterflies may be one of nature's most beautiful creatures. But do we really know all that much about them? Learn some great butterfly information in this book, from cocoon shapes and migration patterns to strange techniques in fending off predators. The World of Insects series reveals the intriguing physical characteristics and behavior of some of our best-known insects. Each volume provides details about these creatures' habits and habitats as...

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

"Simple text accompanied by full-color photographs give an up-close look at crickets"--Provided by publisher.

With such a scary name, dragonflies are often misunderstood. This book presents lots of great information on dragonflies, from migration patterns and flying speeds to their role as natural insect-pest controllers. The World of Insects series reveals the intriguing physical characteristics and behavior of some of our best-known insects. Each volume provides details about these creatures' habits and habitats as well as insights into their relationships...

Flies may be some of the most pesky or disgusting insects you can think of, but they may also me some of the most important. Some fly species rid us of other insect pests. Other flies are just plain pests themselves. Learn more about these friend-and-foe bugs in this intriguing book. The World of Insects series reveals the intriguing physical characteristics and behavior of some of our best-known insects. Each volume provides details about these creatures'...

Grasshoppers have long been pests to farmers around the world. But do we really know that much about them? Learn about numerous hoppers in this book, from locusts to lubbers. The World of Insects series reveals the intriguing physical characteristics and behavior of some of our best-known insects. Each volume provides details about these creatures' habits and habitats as well as insights into their relationships with humans. Vivid photographs and...