Worms

by Sian Smith

Overview

Let's meet a creature it's good to have around. If you want to find one, try looking on the ground. This book uses simple rhymes and engaging images to teach readers about worms.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781410948250
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	01/07/2012
Series:	Creepy Critters
Pages:	24
Product dimensions:	9.30(w) x 11.60(h) x 0.20(d)
Lexile:	AD480L (what's this?)
Age Range:	3 - 5 Years

Table of Contents

Hiding Underground 4

Worm Breath 12

Hairy Movers 16

Baby Worms 18

Squishy Brown Piles 20

Spot the Worm! 22

Did You know? 24

Index 24

Editorial Reviews

PreS-K—A dozen denizens of the garden are introduced in brief and bouncy rhyming text and varied color photos on day-glo, cartoonish illustrated backdrops. Though there are no glossaries, labels and arrows make terms clear, but given that most of the photos are close-ups, kids might be confused about each critter's (largely unmentioned) actual size. Playful rhymes may energize a read-aloud, but sometimes lead to a confusion of words ("Grasshoppers don't have ears like you,/so they won't hear you saying please./Some do have parts that work like ears,/a bit below their knees.") and forced writing (Stomp! Stomp! Stomp!/Ants like to march in line./They march through the grass/in almost no time!"). There is some anthropomorphizing and opining. For example, Bees are "trying to do their best," and "we should all/give spiders our thanks." A "Did You Know?" fact, helpful index, and counting exercise or activity round out each oversized title. Overall, this eye-catching and energetic series is a fine choice if your insect collection for this age group needs updating.

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