Description: This title introduces readers to the giant weta--a grasshopper the size of a kitten--and the microscopic fairyfly. Young readers will enjoy learning fun facts about these six-legged wonders, including what they have in common and how they are different. Future scientists will be drawn to unique photographs of these unbelievable insects and their vastly different habitats. The book includes an activity or craft, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, infographics, informative captions and sidebars, sources for further research, information about the author, and critical-thinking questions to help readers connect with the text.
Brief description: Kelly Barth is a former children's librarian who loves connecting with young people over stories and books. When she isn't busy writing, she enjoys reading, hiking, crafting, and going on adventures with her husband and son.