Magnificent Moths

by Martha E. H. Rustad

Overview

Moths aren’t like other insects. These creatures are truly magnificent! Readers will learn about 12 different species of moths, each of with unusual and unexpected colors and patterns. Information about life cycles, habitats, and body parts is included.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781496621580
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	05/01/2019
Series:	Bugs Are Beautiful!
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	32
File size:	32 MB
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Age Range:	4 - 8 Years

About the Author

Martha E. H. Rustad is the author of more than three hundred nonfiction children's books, on topics ranging from baby ducks to black holes to ancient Babylon. She lives with her family in Brainerd, Minnesota.

Table of Contents

Moths Are Magnificent! 4

Cecropia Moth 6

Cinnabar Moth 8

Comet Moth 10

Isabella Tiger Moth 12

Jersey Tiger Moth 14

Oleander Hawk Moth 16

Peppered Moth 18

Polka Dot Wasp Moth 20

Polyphemus Moth 22

Rosy Maple Moth 24

Sunset Moth 26

Spanish Moon Moth 28

Life Cycle of a Moth 30

Glossary 31

Read More 31

Internet Sites 31

Critical Thinking Using the Common Core 32

Index 32

Interviews

Introduces readers to moths and their body parts, habitats, and life cycles Includes lesser-known species of moths and their physical descriptions Stunning, macro photographs of each species help engage readers Challenges conventional perceptions of bugs and insects while teaching readers about the diversity within ecosystems and planet Earth Takes a new approach to a topic that some readers may find scary or creepy High-interest topic will engage reluctant and struggling readers Next Generation Science Standards links for LS1.A: Structure and Function; LS1.D: Information Processing; LS3.A: Inheritance of Traits; LS3B. Variation of Traits