Discover the spiky, hairy, and big-eyed members of the orb-weaver family. Shudder at the mortifying size of their webs. Accessible text and photographs of diverse species will help a student cultivate a student's natural interest in the animal kingdom.
These scary spiders carry their newborn babies on their backs. A facts spread and informative text fill this book with similar details to introduce this family of spiders to readers. Observe several species of wolf spiders in frightening, close-up photographs.
Menacing and poisonous black widow spiders are profiled in fact-filled detail. Readers will learn about the lives of these spiders, including their eating and living habits. Large, close-up photographs are too much for even the most reluctant readers to resist.
Over 30,000 varieties of spiders thrive on 6 continents. Enter their amazing world and learn their secrets. Spiders can use their silk as a trapeze, a lasso, and a telegraph.
The farm animals try to divert a busy little spider from spinning her web, but she persists and produces a thing of both beauty and usefulness. The pictures may be felt as well as seen.
Examines how spiders around the world construct different kinds of webs to catch food, elude predators, and protect their eggs. Features full-color photographs and a glossary.
