Cambridge Springs Public Library

Presents information about some spider species that make interesting pets, including fishing spiders, grass spiders, wolf spiders and tarantulas.

"Fascinating images accompany information about the black widow spider. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

Honeybees are a crucial part of our food chain. As they gather nectar from flowers to make sweet honey, these bees also play an important role in pollination, helping some plants produce fruit. But large numbers of honeybees are disappearing every year ... and no one knows why.

To prove that she belongs in a place where only the smartest and most useful are welcomed, twelve-year-old Yolanda learns that her survival rests on the rediscovery of a long-extinct beehive that could be the answer to everything. In a future shaken by climate disasters, Yolanda Cicerón knows that nature is something to be feared. From the crops that don't grow to the terrifying creatures that roam the countryside, Yoly's life in the Valley is brutal...

Bees are busy insects! Whether they're searching for nectar or protecting their hive, bees are interesting creatures. This book introduces young readers to all aspects of bee life, from the flower-locating 'waggle dance' to dangerous 'killer' bees. The World of Insects series reveals the intriguing physical characteristics and behavior of some of our best-known insects. Each volume provides details about these creatures' habits and habitats as well...

On a trip to the science museum, Maddy learns that bees are fast becoming endangered and is determined to do something about it.