The team that delivered the best-selling Diary Of A Worm spins another witty tale of an unusual protagonist and his unique view of the world. This time the hero is a spider, whose best friend is a fly, and though his world is experienced mostly from upside-down, and includes sticky webs and gigantic shoes, his musings will delight and reassure young readers!

Easy-to-read text celebrates the many kinds of bugs that can be found in a backyard.

"Get to know the spindly spider, a critter known for its web spinning. Young readers will learn about spider habits, body parts, and more. The text is written in a manner understandable to kindergarteners, first graders, and second graders. Pictures with captions as needed illustrate concepts in the text and enhance comprehension"--

Anansi the spider plans to trick Turtle into catching a fish for his dinner, but Turtle proves to be smarter and ends up with a free meal. Explains the origin of spider webs.

An introduction to spiders.

Presents information on the history and life cycle of spiders, as well as advice on how to select, handle, feed, house, and care for them as a pet.

What insect has wings with orange, white, and black patterns? A monarch butterfly! But do you know what monarchs do in the fall? Or how monarchs change throughout their lives? Read this book to find out! Learn all about different animals in the Animal Close-Ups series-part of the Lightning Bolt Books™ collection.

"In this title, explore the interesting characteristics of earthworms, including their body parts and structure, their habitat and how it supports them, and how they get their food"--

"Meet spiders that spit silk, roll like wheels, scuba dive, hide under trap doors, strum tunes, and so much more. Watch as they find mates, find prey...or find mates that become prey! Award-winning poet Leslie Bulion and illustrator Robert Meganck team up again for this clutter (a collective noun for spiders) of Haiku and other short poems and humorously accurate illustrations that celebrate the amazing attributes of Araneae. The book is also packed...

A nonsense rhyme introduces children to familiar bugs. Includes a fun facts sections.