You don't have to love or even like spiders to love this book. In fact, if you really don't like spiders, you'll have a lot in common with the book's narrator, who despite their best intentions, cannot help smooshing them!

What would happen if a hornet came face to face with a wasp? If they got in a fight, who would come out on top? This nonfiction book provides all the facts that kids need to make a prediction—and depicts the battle to reveal the answer!

The Earth introduces readers to key moments in the planet's life, from its formation over four billion years ago to the present, including the Earth's position in the solar system, its layers, and when plants and animals began to inhabit the planet.

There are about 1,100 different kinds of bats, and they live on every continent except Antarctica. The book offers and intriguing look at some of the many different kinds of baths, their amazing abilities, and how these mammals fit into the natural world.

Contains facts about the green ants and army ants, comparing such aspects as their sizes and abilities, and what the outcome would be if they were to fight each other.

An introduction to the world of giraffes, including where they live, how they grow and learn, what they eat, and the dangers they face.

Readers learn about the anatomy and behavior of walruses and elephant seals and decide who would win if they fought.

Sun: "Meet Sun: He's a star! And not just any star--he's one in a billion. He lights up our solar system and makes life possible. With characteristic humor and charm, Stacy McAnulty channels the voice of Sun in this next celestial "autobiography." Rich with kid-friendly facts and beautifully illustrated, this is an equally charming and irresistible companion to Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years."--Amazon.com. Moon: "A light-hearted nonfiction picture...

A unique take on spring in a series of eye-opening equations. Whether it's breeze + kite = ballet or nest + robin = jewelry box, each equation prompts readers to pause and think about spring in unexpected ways. As a child in the art welcomes the change of seasons, sidebars provide more information about the science behind the signs of spring.

"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of monkeys, a family of tree-climbing mammals. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why monkeys look like people"--Provided by publisher.