Now available in a bilingual edition, this book explores the fascinating world of insects. Cathryn and John Sill tackle the fascinating and varied world of insects in this easy-to-read and educational book, painting these creatures in their respective natural habitats, explaining what insects are, how they live, and what they do. The captivating scenes depicted by noted wildlife illustrator John Sill in About Insects aid in the explanation of basic...

Describes the anatomy, behavior, and habitat of various crustaceans, including the lobster, crab, and shrimp.

Text and illustrations introduce the world of birds from eggs to flight, from songs to nests.

Text and illustrations introduce the world of amphibians which includes frogs, toads, and salamanders.

"With the help of beautifully detailed paintings from noted wildlife illustrator John Sill, this book explains the basic characteristics that all mammals share, while offering a look into the variety of mammals--from the tiny white-footed deermouse to the enormous blue whale--that fall into this fascinating category"--From the publisher's description.

Presents an introduction to parrots, describing their different types, what they eat, where they live, and how they protect themselves from predators.

Teaches children what mountains are and what kinds of animals and plants live there.

Describes the anatomy, behavior, and habitat of various insects, including the beetle, moth, and cockroach.

Depicts how physical characteristics, habitat, movement, feeding and hunting behavior, and life cycle can vary in different kinds of reptiles, including the corn snake, eastern box turtle, and American alligator.