Describes the research that Samuel Marshall and his students are doing on tarantulas, including the largest spider on earth, the Goliath birdeating tarantula.

Introduces tarantulas using questions and answers to describe their behaviors, life cycles, eating habits, and defense mechanisms.

Provides information about tarantulas, including anatomy, behavior, and ancestry.

"In Tarantulas, young readers will learn about the physical features and characteristics of Tarantulas. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage beginning readers as they learn about this type of spider. A labeled range map highlights where these spiders can be found around the world, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary"--

It might be hard to imagine keeping a spider as a pet, especially one as big as a tarantula. These furry arachnids can grow as large as a dinner plate, but don t worry, they re not dangerous to humans. In this book, readers will learn about the habitat and food that tarantulas need to survive. These and other early elementary life-science topics are enhanced by full-color photographs on each page. Fact boxes provide students with even more information...

Beginning readers will love the simple, easy-to-read text, bolded glossary terms, and the More Facts section. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.

Ten fierce animals battle it out in this exciting bind-up featuring five books in this action-packed animal series! Which dangerous animals would win in a fight? Find out in this awesome bind-up of five books in the popular Who Would Win? series. The collection features a range of mammals, sea creatures, reptiles, and birds to satisfy all kinds of animal fans, including Falcon vs. Hawk, Hyena vs. Honey Badger, Komodo Dragon vs. King Cobra, Tarantula...