About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child’s natural curiosity about the backyard's tiny creatures blossoms into a full-blown fascination. This visually-driven nonfiction book from DK is actually two books in one: flip it over to switch between the worlds of bugs and snakes. It’s packed with the crisp, vibrant photographs and bite-sized facts that DK is known for, covering anatomy, behavior, and different species in an engaging way. By presenting these often-feared animals through a lens of scientific wonder, the book encourages curiosity and can help replace apprehension with awe. It's perfectly suited for early elementary-aged children who are beginning to read independently but still love to be captivated by amazing pictures.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is scientific and factual in its approach to the natural world. This includes direct, photographic depictions of predator and prey interactions, such as snakes constricting and swallowing prey or spiders with insects trapped in their webs. The approach is entirely secular and biological, presenting these actions as a necessary part of the food chain and survival, without any added emotional weight.
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