Description: This title introduces readers to the giant Japanese spider crab and the tiny pea crab. Young readers will enjoy learning fun facts about these hard-shelled relatives, including what they have in common and how they are different. Future marine biologists will be drawn to unique photographs of these crabs and their deep sea 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.