Synopsis: Some bugs litter. Some pass gas. Some bugs throw their poop! Discover ten of the rudest, crudest bugs around.Full of scientific facts, humor and just the right amount of yuck, How Rude! will make you scream "gross!" Featuring a countdown of the top 10 bad bugs who just won't mind their manners. One part illustration and one part photography, How Rude! is hilarious, informative, and seriously gross!

Synopsis: "Beginning readers who crave suspense will be drawn to this gentle spin on the 'Chicken Little' motif."—Kirkus ReviewsWhen Inchworm misunderstands a conversation between Mama Bug and her baby, he warns Toad who tells Rabbit. Rabbit tips off Mouse who alerts Fox. Before long they've concocted a monster of a rumor that is flat-out funny! This Step 2 story has basic vocabulary and short sentences. It is perfect for emergent readers.

Synopsis: Where did the caterpillar go?It seems to have disappeared, but it hasn't. It has turned into a butterfly! From the time a caterpillar first hatches, it eats so fast that it's skin can't keep up. It sheds its skin several times as it grows bigger and bigger. Eventually it forms a shell around itself called a chrysalis. Nothing seems to happen for a long time. But then one day the chrysalis splits open, and a beautiful butterfly emerges. What a…

Synopsis: This is the classic edition of the bestselling story written for the very young. A newly hatched caterpillar eats his way through all kinds of food.Book Details: Format: Paperback Publication Date: 11/28/2002 Pages: 28

Synopsis: A caterpillar comes to school in a jar. The class watches the caterpillar each day as it grows and changes. Soon, it disappears into a hard shell called a chrysalis. Then the chrysalis breaks, and a beautiful butterfly flies out of the jar! This is a perfect beginner's guide to the mystery of metamorphosis. Outstanding Science Trade Books for Children 1997 (NSTA/CBC)

Synopsis: It's the Grouchy Ladybug's 20th birthday. To celebrate, we are introducing a new, larger format edition with brighter, more colorful pages created from Eric Carle's original artwork using the latest reproduction technology. The Grouchy Ladybug is bigger and brigher, as irascible but irresistable as ever and will surely delight new generations of readers, as well as her devoted fans of all ages. Happy Birthday, Grouchy Ladybug!

Synopsis: From the creators behind The Gruffalo is a delightful tale of adventure and friendship with Julia Donaldson's trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler's brilliant, characterful illustrations—a perfect gift for any special occasionWhen a tiny snail meets a humpback whale, the two travel together to far-off lands. It's a dream come true for the snail, who has never left home before. But when the whale swims too close to shore, will the snail be…

Synopsis: Clear and graceful text combined with detailed cut-paper collages take readers into the fascinating miniature world of insects, where they will discover tiny creatures that build homes and stalk prey right in their own backyards. Includes suggested activities. Full-color illustrations.

Synopsis: Buzz and Fly Guy are playing a game of hide-and-seek, but is Fly Guy too good at hiding or is he lost forever? A hilarious easy reader from the bestselling author-illustrator, Tedd Arnold!When Fly Guy and Buzz play hide-and-seek, Fly Guy hides in his favorite place--the garbage can. But as Buzz finishes counting, the garbageman drives away with the garbage and Fly Guy, too! A very worried Buzz follows the truck to the dump, where he sees…