Insect World

Series of 6 titles

Insects are the most numerous and diverse animal class on Earth, with over 1 million species identified. Each type is adapted to its surroundings with unique behavior and body parts. Start simple, by introducing kids to the world of insects with beautiful photography and easy-to-read text featuring familiar backyard species.

Title   GRL Format Qty
Cover: Ants Ants E
Cover: Butterflies Butterflies E
Cover: Dragonflies Dragonflies E
Cover: Fireflies Fireflies E
Cover: Honeybees Honeybees E
Cover: Ladybugs Ladybugs E
Interest Level Kindergarten - Grade 3
Reading Level Kindergarten
Category Beginning Readers, STEM
Subject Animals, Animals, Science and Math, STEM
Copyright 2014
Publisher Jump!
Imprint Bullfrog Books
Language English
Number of Pages 24
Publication Date 2013-08-01
Dewey 595.7-638
Graphics Full-color photographs
Dimensions 7.75 x 7.75
Lexile 250-340
Guided Reading Level E
ATOS Reading Level 0.9
Accelerated Reader® Points 0.5
Features Glossary of key words, Index, and Table of contents

Reviews

Library Media Connection (Gregory A. Martin)

Star Review. This new series provides young children an outstanding introduction to the world of insects. The carefully selected full-page illustrations, drawn from many different sources, are extremely well-done, close-up photographs of each insect, portraying their activities and the different stages of their lives. The design of the books is especially attractive and well-organized, and the text is appropriate for the intended audience. Not only are these books an excellent introduction to insects, they would also be an excellent tool for teaching young children about the parts of a book. Children will certainly enjoy these colorful, factually accurate books. Glossary. Websites. Table of Contents. Index

Series Made Simple

Highly engaging photography supports basic information, making this set a good fit for preschoolers and new readers. Short, simple sentences offer readability rather than drama; the excitement comes from the crystal-clear photographs. Large main images include full-body views and extreme close-ups that highlight different features of each insect. In Grasshoppers, for example, an up-close photo of a spitting grasshopper is followed by a riveting view of the insect’s takeoff, and another page turn captures it in mid-flight. Sequences in which larger animals threaten insects are less successful, since no true interaction is shown in the photos. For the most part, though, the use of minimal text and carefully selected, high-quality photographs is just right for the intended audience. VERDICT Wonderful choices for this age group.

Library Media Connection (Gregory A. Martin)

Star Review. This new series provides young children an outstanding introduction to the world of insects. The carefully selected full-page illustrations, drawn from many different sources, are extremely well-done, close-up photographs of each insect, portraying their activities and the different stages of their lives. The design of the books is especially attractive and well-organized, and the text is appropriate for the intended audience. Not only are these books an excellent introduction to insects, they would also be an excellent tool for teaching young children about the parts of a book. Children will certainly enjoy these colorful, factually accurate books. Glossary. Websites. Table of Contents. Index

Author: Mari Schuh