Antlion Pit Bookstore: For Young Scientists: Insect Books and CDs

The Antlion Pit Bookstore
For Young Scientists: Insect Books and CDs

	Caterpillars, Bugs and Butterflies (Young Naturalist Field Guides) by Mel Boring, Linda Garrow (Illustrator). "An introduction to the world of insects, caterpillars, and butterflies including identification information, educational activities, and fun facts."
	The Insect Book: A Basic Guide to the Collection and Care of Common Insects for Young Children by Connie Zakowski. "The Insect Book covers the supplies needed by the beginning collector, how to capture insects and gather their foods, how to identify common insects and their foods, how to identify what caterpillars will become, how to recognize insects to avoid, a bibliography of other books children can read on the subject of insects, and a glossary of terms and insects names with pronunciations." [Midwest Book Review] For ages 8-11.
	Insects (National Audubon Society First Field Guides) by Christina Wilsdon. For ages 9-12.
	Insects: A Guide to Familiar American Insects (Golden Guides) by Herbert Spencer Zim, Clarence Cottam.
audio CD	Insects and Spiders by Twin Sisters Productions, Inc. "Are spiders insects? Are all insects bugs? Children will learn the answers to these questions by singing along with 12 informative, fun songs. Whether singing about metamorphosis or learning about 'true bugs,' children will gain an understanding of the importance of insects. Critiqued by Dr. Randy Mitchell, an entomologist who likes to study about the honeybee, this CD will provide hours of factual and fun entertainment." (Lyrics included.)
	Insects & Spiders (Nature Company Discoveries Library) by David Burnie, George Else (Editor). An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, and habitats of different types of insects and spiders. For ages 9-12.
	Ranger Rick's Naturescope: Incredible Insects (75001) Published by National Wildlife Federation.