<strong>Ants</strong> are some of the worlds most fascinating insects This books easytoreadtext and largerthanlife color photos bring the ants world to lifeintr... » 

Ants are some of the worlds most fascinating insects This books easytoreadtext and largerthanlife color photos bring the ants world to lifeintroducing readers to an ants diet habitat enemies and methods of defense.Diagrams help readers investigate the concept of metamorphosis and identifybody parts from the ants antennae to its stinger. The digestive respiratoryand circulatory systems are also described. A stepbystep approach toscientific classification helps place ants within the order Hymenoptera.Readers are also encouraged to consider the benefits and drawbacks of ants aswell as how they impact our daily lives. From honey pot ants to army antsyoung entomologists will enjoy uncovering the lives of these amazing creatures.Informative sidebars and Bug Bytes aim to peak readers interest while boldedglossary terms phonetic spellings and an index enhance readability.Checkerboard is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. «