Burlington Public Library

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces crickets and grasshoppers to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

Introduces crickets to young readers through leveled text and related photos.

"Chirping fills the night air, and you know crickets must be nearby! But did you also know that each species has its own unique song? Or that these tiny jumpers have ears on their legs? Meet cool crickets from around the world with Smithsonian Little Entomologist. Kids will be wowed by the amazing variety of bugs and up-close photos, while also learning about bug behavior, life cycle, diet, and more. The engaging, leveled text supports life science...

Simple text and photographs describe the physical characteristics and habits of crickets.

"A countdown of five of the most fascinating crickets provides thrills as readers learn about the biological, social, and hunting characteristics of these chirping, nocturnal insects"--

"This volume looks at the more primitive insect order.

Provides instructions for finding, collecting, and keeping crickets and suggests how to delve into the secret lives of these chirping neighbors.