Creep and Flutter : The Secret World of Insects and Spiders by Jim Arnosky (2012, Hardcover)

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PublisherSterling Publishing Co., Inc.
ISBN-101402777663
ISBN-139781402777660
eBay Product ID (ePID)102904287

Product Key Features

Book TitleCreep and Flutter : the Secret World of Insects and Spiders
Number of Pages40 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2012
TopicAnimals / Insects, Spiders, Etc.
IllustratorYes
GenreJuvenile Nonfiction
AuthorJim Arnosky
FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Length11.5 in
Item Width9 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience
LCCN2011-004626
ReviewsPraise for Wild Tracks : A 2009 ALA Notable Book "A splendid example of Arnosky's skill at making natural history come alive for young readers."-- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "Arnosky's infectious enthusiasm for nature is evident...Worthy...for its inviting format and its promising premise that kids can find tracks, interpret them, and have a great time outdoors."-- School Library Journal , starred review "A terrific beginning field guide...the uniformly lovely illustrations and the compelling concept make this a book that young naturalists will enjoy year-round."-- Booklist Praise for Slither and Crawl : A 2009 Parents' Choice List of Recommended Titles "Arnosky's painterly eye and personal observations match handsomely in this face-to-face experience.... handsome, informative."-- School Library Journal (starred review) "...beautiful and very detailed illustrations--Arnosky's love of nature is contagious." -- Library Media Connection, Praise for Wild Tracks : A 2009 ALA Notable Book "A splendid example of Arnosky's skill at making natural history come alive for young readers."-- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "Arnosky's infectious enthusiasm for nature is evident...Worthy...for its inviting format and its promising premise that kids can find tracks, interpret them, and have a great time outdoors."-- School Library Journal , starred review "A terrific beginning field guide...the uniformly lovely illustrations and the compelling concept make this a book that young naturalists will enjoy year-round."-- Booklist Praise for Slither and Crawl : A 2009 Parents' Choice List of Recommended Titles "Arnosky's painterly eye and personal observations match handsomely in this face-to-face experience…. handsome, informative."-- School Library Journal (starred review) "…beautiful and very detailed illustrations--Arnosky's love of nature is contagious." -- Library Media Connection, "Combining larger-than-life illustrations and thoughtful field notes, Arnosky takes readers on a tour of insect life. Foldout spreads display mayflies, dragonflies, beetles, butterflies, moths, and more, with each insect vividly described.... As with his other nature-themed books, Arnosky brings a personal and improvisational feeling to his work, including pencil sketches and writing that shares his own experiences.... Arnosky's inquisitive spirit and gentle prose will likely move readers to take his cue to 'be mindful of the small.'"-- Publishers Weekly (*Starred review), "Combining larger-than-life illustrations and thoughtful field notes, Arnosky takes readers on a tour of insect life. Foldout spreads display mayflies, dragonflies, beetles, butterflies, moths, and more, with each insect vividly described.... As with his other nature-themed books, Arnosky brings a personal and improvisational feeling to his work, including pencil sketches and writing that shares his own experiences.... Arnosky's inquisitive spirit and gentle prose will likely move readers to take his cue to 'be mindful of the small.'"- Publishers Weekly (*Starred review)      , "Combining larger-than-life illustrations and thoughtful field notes, Arnosky takes readers on a tour of insect life. Foldout spreads display mayflies, dragonflies, beetles, butterflies, moths, and more, with each insect vividly described.... As with his other nature-themed books, Arnosky brings a personal and improvisational feeling to his work, including pencil sketches and writing that shares his own experiences.... Arnosky's inquisitive spirit and gentle prose will likely move readers to take his cue to 'be mindful of the small.'"-- Publishers Weekly (*Starred review)      
Dewey Edition22
Grade FromFirst Grade
Grade ToFifth Grade
Dewey Decimal595.7
SynopsisIn his fourth stunning nonfiction picture book for Sterling Children's Books, acclaimed naturalist and illustrator Jim Arnosky brings out the beauty--and the "wow!" and the "yuck!" factors--of hundreds of insects and spiders. Eight spectacular gatefolds show moths and mosquitoes, butterflies and beetles, spiders and silverfish life-size, up-close, and personal! A CCBC Choice 2013, the annual best-of-the-year list of the Cooperative Children's Book Center., In his fourth stunning nonfiction picture book for Sterling Children's Books, acclaimed naturalist and illustrator Jim Arnosky brings out the beauty--and the "wow " and the "yuck " factors--of hundreds of insects and spiders. Eight spectacular gatefolds show moths and mosquitoes, butterflies and beetles, spiders and silverfish life-size, up-close, and personal A CCBC Choice 2013, the annual best-of-the-year list of the Cooperative Children's Book Center., Acclaimed naturalist and illustrator Jim Arnosky brings out the beauty--and the "wow!" and the "yuck!" factors--of hundreds of insects and spiders. Eight spectacular gatefolds feature more than 200 life-size and super-sized moths and mosquitoes, butterflies and beetles, spiders and silverfish, up close, and personal!
LC Classification NumberQL467.2.A774 2011

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