Download or read book Eight Legged Wonders written by James O'Hanlon and published by Greystone Books Ltd. This book was released on 2024-09-24 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An encounter with a spider will never be the same again … This warm-hearted book offers fascinating science and captivating storytelling to persuade readers to fall in love with—or at least tolerate—these eight-legged wonders. Eight-Legged Wonders unveils the remarkable lives of one of the most misunderstood and maligned creatures on the planet: the spider. With over 50,000 species, spiders play vital roles in our ecosystems and the vast majority are harmless to humans. With this in mind, shouldn’t we at least try to set aside our creepy-crawly associations, and cultivate a deeper appreciation for these truly wonderful beings? Eight-Legged Wonders helps us do just that. In this affectionate and surprisingly giddy ode to spiders, James O’Hanlon, a scientist and spider expert, introduces spiders that we may never have noticed before, including spiders that cosplay as ants, balloon through the air, and scuba-dive. He describes the peacock spider's colorful dances and the Portia jumping spider's cunning hunting techniques. He dispels bite concerns, highlights groundbreaking research using spiders for human benefit, and aims to shift perceptions, ultimately revealing spiders as truly remarkable beings worthy of our admiration.
Download or read book Hidden Wonders written by Etienne Guyon and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2021-02-23 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The hidden elegance in everyday objects and physical mechanisms, from crumpled paper to sandcastles. Hidden Wonders focuses on the objects that populate our everyday life--crumpled paper, woven fabric, a sand pile--but looks at them with a physicist's eye, revealing a hidden elegance in mundane physical mechanisms. In six chapters--Builders, Creating Shapes, Building with Threads, From Sand to Glass, Matter in Motion, and Fractures--the authors present brief stories, set in locales ranging from the Eiffel Tower to a sandcastle, that illustrate the little wonders hidden in the ordinary. A simple experiment that readers can perform at home concludes each story. More than 200 illustrations bring the stories to life.
Download or read book How Spiders Got Eight Legs written by and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hoping to beat the other animals in a race without working too hard, Spider asks Great Hippo for different legs, before ending up with the eight he has today.
Download or read book Web Spinning Spiders written by Laura Hamilton Waxman and published by Lerner Publications ™. This book was released on 2016-08-01 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn about the many intriguing aspects of spiders, including their body parts and structure, their habitat and how it supports them, and how they use webs to catch their next meal. Captions point out key visual details that readers can glean from the book's photographs, and chapter headings assist readers with locating information and main ideas. In addition, readers will find text features such as a labeled photo diagram, glossary, and index in the back of the book.
Download or read book Tarantulas written by M Martin and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-08-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step into the intriguing world of tarantulas with this exciting children's book! Meet these fascinating arachnids, known for their large size, hairy bodies, and gentle nature. Discover how tarantulas hunt, where they live, and how they protect themselves from predators. With stunning illustrations and captivating facts, this book offers young readers an up-close look at these incredible creatures. Perfect for budding arachnologists and curious minds, this book reveals the secrets of tarantulas and their important role in the ecosystem. Join the adventure and uncover the wonders of these amazing spiders!
Download or read book Discover Spiders written by and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Visual Guide to these Eight-Legged Wonders. Spiders are in the arachnid class, but not all arachnids are spiders. Most spiders use a web to catch their prey, which comes from spinneret glands on their abdomen, and each gland produces a different kind of silk - some sticky, some fine, and some for building. This Discover Spiders book provides a valuable introduction to these creatures and their world.
Download or read book Jumping Spider Mastery written by Donald Benjamin Liam Liam and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-12-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on an enthralling journey into the world of eight-legged wonder with "Jumping Spider Mastery." This captivating book is your ultimate guide to understanding, appreciating, and mastering the art of caring for these fascinating creatures. Whether you're a seasoned spider enthusiast or a curious beginner, this book is your passport to unlocking the secrets of jumping spiders. Dive into a wealth of knowledge that covers everything from their intricate behaviors to creating the perfect habitat for your arachnid friends. "Jumping Spider Mastery" isn't just a book; it's your companion on an adventure, revealing the mysteries behind these acrobatic arachnids in a way that is both informative and engaging. Discover the secrets to nurturing a healthy and happy jumping spider, from selecting the right enclosure to providing a balanced diet. Uncover the unique characteristics that make these spiders exceptional, and learn how to observe and interact with them in a way that fosters a deeper connection. With stunning visuals and clear, accessible language, this book is more than a manual - it's an invitation to explore the wonders of jumping spiders. Whether you're a seasoned arachnid aficionado or a curious beginner, "Jumping Spider Mastery" will inspire you to appreciate the beauty and intelligence of these remarkable creatures like never before. Get ready to leap into the world of jumping spiders and witness their mastery in the palm of your hand.
Download or read book Bugs Rule written by Whitney Cranshaw and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2013-09-15 with total page 494 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The essential illustrated introduction to insects for nonscience majors Bugs Rule! provides a lively introduction to the biology and natural history of insects and their noninsect cousins, such as spiders, scorpions, and centipedes. This richly illustrated textbook features more than 830 color photos, a concise overview of the basics of entomology, and numerous sidebars that highlight and explain key points. Detailed chapters cover each of the major insect groups, describing their physiology, behaviors, feeding habits, reproduction, human interactions, and more. Ideal for nonscience majors and anyone seeking to learn more about insects and their arthropod relatives, Bugs Rule! offers a one-of-a-kind gateway into the world of these amazing creatures. Places a greater emphasis on natural history than standard textbooks on the subject Covers the biology and natural history of all the insect orders Provides a thorough review of the noninsect arthropods, such as spiders, scorpions, centipedes, millipedes, and crustaceans Features more than 830 color photos Highlights the importance of insects and other arthropods, including their impact on human society An online illustration package is available to professors
Download or read book Wonders of God s Creation written by Eric Lyons and published by Apologetics Press. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every page of this vibrant children's book is packed with illustrations, photos, and amazing facts about some of the most unique and beautiful creatures alive! Creation declares the glory of God, and this book, "Wonders of God's Creation," offers a window into the incredible diversity and complexity of that creation. See for yourself why none of this could have come about by chance!
Download or read book Fantastic Fish Facts Everything You Need to Know About Fish written by Stacey Mansfield and published by Field Books. This book was released on with total page 397 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive deep into the underwater world with Fantastic Fish Facts: Everything You Need to Know About Fish, a fun and colorful journey through the oceans, rivers, and lakes! This book is packed with cool fish facts, amazing stories, and fascinating adventures that will keep young readers hooked from start to finish. Learn about the biggest, smallest, fastest, and funniest fish, how they live, what they eat, and the incredible ways they survive in their watery homes. Perfect for curious kids who love animals, this book will turn you into a fish expert in no time!
Download or read book Soil Mates written by Sara Alway and published by Quirk Books. This book was released on 2014-03-11 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master the art of companion planting in your vegetable garden—with 20 veggie pairings, delicious recipes, and helpful tips and tricks for the horticultural matchmaker. In this charming guide to companion planting for your vegetable-garden favorites, you’ll learn why Broccoli ♥ Rosemary and whether Cucumber + Corn = friends with benefits . . . Just watch out for Celery! Leggy and leafy, she is notoriously easygoing and will happily settle down with just about anyone, raising a ruckus in your raised beds. Featuring 20 pairings, tasty recipes, preparation tips, and more, Soil Mates is the perfect partner for your horticultural matchmaker.
Download or read book Dr Eleanor s Book of Common Spiders written by Christopher M. Buddle and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2018-02-06 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spiders have a problem, and it’s us. Despite their magnificent talents for crafting webs, capturing mosquitoes, and camouflage, for millennia arachnophobia has hampered our ability to appreciate these eight-legged and -eyed marvels. No longer! In this witty, accessible, and beautifully illustrated guide, Christopher M. Buddle and Eleanor Spicer Rice metamorphose creepy-crawly revulsion into spider wonder. Emerging from ambitious citizen science project Your Wild Life (an initiative based at North Carolina State University), Dr. Eleanor's Book of Common Spiders provides an eye-opening arachnological overview of the natural history of species most noted by project participants, showcasing some of the fascinating spiders found in our attics and tents, front lawns and forests—and even introducing us to spiders that fish. Exploring species from the tiny (but gymnastic) zebra jumping spider to the naturally shy and woefully misunderstood black widow, this guide will be a tremendous resource for teachers, students, and scientists alike. But more than this, it will transform the way we perceive the environment around us by deepening our understanding of its littlest inhabitants, inspiring all of us to find our inner naturalist, get outside, and crawl across the dirt—magnifying glass in hand.
Download or read book Punishment and Good Deeds written by Andrew C. McDonald and published by Page Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2022-11-03 with total page 503 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recently retired Air Force commando Thomas Mazuko was looking forward to a quiet future spent teaching karate in his small Tampa, Florida, studio. His dreams were of little more than days on the sandy beaches and nights in the company of his wife and children. Little did he know that his instinctive reaction to witnessing the mugging of an elderly woman would set in motion a chain of events that would drastically alter the course of his life. By sheer accident, Mazuko becomes a primary target for the wrath of a powerfully connected local syndicate figure. When the wealthy and egomaniacal Martin DeValdez sends out wise guys to "teach this upstart a lesson" Mazuko's foster son and a young student are caught up the maelstrom of uncontrolled chaos. As the level of violence escalates, Mazuko realizes that he has become the target of vengeance of a man who will stop at nothing to right what he perceives as personal wrongs. With the body count rising and the lives of his tenaEUR"yearaEUR"old daughter and twoaEUR"yearaEUR"old son, as well as the lives of friends, new and old, hanging in the balance, Mazuko must set aside his plans for a quiet retirement and return to the skills of his past in order to fight for his life and the lives of his children.
Download or read book Wild Poems written by Stephanie Petrie and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2023-11-28 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In her first series of nature poetry—along with meditations on life—Stephanie Petrie explores how the natural world can lead to a deeper understanding of ourselves. With appreciation for animals and the mysteries that surround our daily life with the natural world, she gives voice to the many special messages and miracles they reveal to us every day. Throughout the 48 poems of Wild, she shares a passion for nature from the smallest of moments of what a snail tells us about housing as she begins her journey on a garden leaf; to a mountain lion looking at her with glowing eyes in the dark as she walks on a desert trail; and to seeing a raccoon finding his forever home beneath an apple tree in her backyard. In Part I Wild at Heart, Stephanie observes living things and their messages and miracles. Part II, The Expanding Quest, explores the essence of the natural world. Part III, Moments of Grace, wrestles with grief and missed opportunities, while revealing how insights into nature and life expand our own lives.
Download or read book Penguins written by Donald M. Silver and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 1999-11 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kids will love learning about penguin life cycles, anatomy, feeding habits and more with fun projects and activities, including instructions on how to create 15 movable models and manipulatives. Illustrations.
Download or read book Nutley written by Sandy Joy and published by Covenant Books, Inc.. This book was released on 2020-05-14 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you like to read a good bedtime story anytime? Would you like to be invited into the wacky life of a young squirrel on his first solo adventure in Woody Acres? Are you ready to become his shadow while he discovers, explores, and finds fun with friends and trees in this whimsical wilderness? Do pictures draw you in and capture your attention? Will you jump into this unforgettable story with both feet and imagine living each moment in the nutty squirrely way, fast and curious? In a nutshell, if you go nuts for squirrels, then this wild book is for you!
Download or read book The Witch Doctor written by Christopher Stasheff and published by Stasheff Literary Enterprises. This book was released on 2013-05-06 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Saul didn't have so many friends that he would give one up without a fight. So when Matt disappeared, Saul started a search that led through Matt's kitchen window -- straight into a world of magic and desperate danger! Saul discovered that in this world, his love of verse made him a wizard. But his newfound magic earned him a dreadful foe: Queen Suettay, a false monarch without peer for wickedness and corruption. A fearsome sorceress herself, with armies steeped in evil ready to obey her every sinful command, she determined to break Saul's growing power -- or win his soul for Satan. Fortunately, Saul earned some stalwart friends, as well: Gruesome the troll and young Squire Gilbert; Saul's own guardian angel, and the beautiful -- if unsubstantial -- Angelique. But he'd need the help of the mysterious Spider King to spin a web strong enough to trap this tyrant!
