Frank Carlson Library

To many people, worms seem like creepy creatures indeed. Lacking lungs, eyes, and limbs, they breathe through their skin and use their bodies to sense brightness and vibrations. Some worms can be very long, like the bootlace worm, while others are shorter, like the common earthworm. Through vivid photographs and easy-to-understand text, this book explains to young readers exactly what a worm is, how worms live, what unique features help them to prosper...

Watch out for these masters of defense-stick insects! Their secret weapon is being able to hide in plain sight. To protect themselves from predators, they have developed long, narrow bodies. They blend right in to the branches they live on. Some stick insects even have extra growths that look like leaves for more camouflage. Stick insects also protect themselves by being most active at night when it is even harder to see them. They escape from predators...

Monarch butterflies are among the most colorful and familiar insects children encounter. These delicate creatures can travel between 50 to 100 miles a day to complete their annual migration. This beautiful book is full of interesting information about these butterflies and their incredible journey.

Wasps might look similar to bees, but they have different features that set them apart. For example, wasps can be bright yellow or bright orange and black, or muted colors. Most wasps also do not sting. This book introduces these differences to young readers and invites them to explore what a wasp is, how wasps live, and incredible traits that make them unique. Presented using engaging photographs and simple text, this book is perfect for the budding...

Some things in life can be quite annoying at times - like flies, spiders, and mosquitoes. However, it is important to remember that every living thing is trying to make its way through life in the best way it can. We all are. Some lives are pretty tricky though. And you know, we have all annoyed someone at some point – even you have – but that doesn't mean that we are bad and deserve to be squished! This is a little story about some things...

What if a little lightning bug loses her light? What happens when a horsefly lands in a giant web? Do bumblebees lose their stings?This book addresses the what ifs of life for everyone! Lexi, Horace, Bella and Gus teach worriers to focus on the positive aspects of life and their friendships in a way that only The Little Worry Warts can.

Anyone can learn computer science, even at the elementary school level. This book delves into the essential computer science skill of defining the problem using age-appropriate language and colorful illustrations. A meaningful storyline is paired with an accessible curricular topic to engage and excite readers. This book introduces readers to a relatable character and familiar situation, which demonstrates how they can define problems in everyday...

Having been around for centuries, spiders have gained a reputation for being scary and sneaky. This book uses vivid photographs to show young readers the life of different spiders, such as black widows, daddy longlegs, and tarantulas, including their skills and their survival tactics. The book considers these eight-legged creatures in different regions around the world and across species, helping young readers better understand and appreciate them....

Did you know that cockroaches have long, flat bodies? These insects live in warm, dark places. Young readers will discover these facts and more in Cockroaches, an Everything About Bugs book.

Chirp, chirp! Male crickets rub their wings together to make music. The females listen closely, with eardrums on their legs. These singing insects will enthrall readers in this fact-filled book loaded wih vibrant photography.