Insects & Spiders Glb (RD Pathfinders) - Hardcover

Robertson, Matthew

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1575843811 ISBN 13: 9781575843810

Publisher: Reader's Digest, 2000

Synopsis

Uses text, illustrations, and activities to present all sorts of information about insects and spiders.

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Reviews

Gr 5-8-Dozens of insect and spider species are profiled in this profusely illustrated overview. Two-page chapters include information on basic anatomy, general physical and behavioral characteristics common to all species, and special characteristics of particular orders. Each spread includes an introductory paragraph, a dozen or so illustrations of representative species, and additional bits of information in extended captions scattered over the remaining space. The art is an eclectic mix of good-quality, different-sized, full-color photographs and drawings. Two features alternate between sections: "Hands On" gives brief directions for collecting specimens or conducting simple experiments, but the directions are often too cursory for the types of activities described. "Inside Story" discusses significant findings by scientists or other experts. Large anatomical diagrams appear in several sections. This book's greatest strength is its colorful, cleverly designed format. The text itself, while clearly written, is diffusely organized, and the index is incomplete. Jinny Johnson's Simon & Schuster Children's Guide to Insects and Spiders (S & S, 1997) is a better bet for reports as it gives more in-depth information on many of the same creatures and is more tightly organized. With its strong browsing appeal, however, this newer book will be a useful addition to natural-history sections.-Karey Wehner, San Francisco Public Library

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

Edition details

• Publisher: Reader's Digest
• Publication date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1575843811
• ISBN 13: 9781575843810
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 64