Tarantula vs. Tarantula Hawk: Clash of the Giants

by Lindsy O'Brien

Overview

What happens when a huge tarantula faces a dangerous tarantula hawk? Fascinating photos and dynamic descriptions will give young readers an up-close look at these huge bugs to learn about their natural weapons, defenses, and abilities. Young bug lovers can then cheer for their favorite as these mortal enemies battle for victory.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781496652867
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	05/01/2019
Series:	Bug Wars
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	32
File size:	60 MB
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Age Range:	8 - 14 Years

About the Author

Lindsy O'Brien is owner and Executive Editor at Red Step Press in Duluth, Minnesota. She has a Masters of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Minnesota State University, Mankato. She has published nonfiction, short fiction, and poetry both locally and nationally.

Table of Contents

Welcome to Bug Wars!: 4

The Combatants 6

Size and Weight 8

Movement and Strength 10

Defenses 12

Weapons 14

Tarantula Attack Style 16

Tarantula Hawk Attack Style 18

Get Ready to Rumble 20

The Battle Begins 22

Glossary 30

Read More 31

Internet Sites 31

Index 32

Interviews

1. Appeals to young readers’ curiosity about the natural world. 2. Presents an up-close view of large bugs and their various features. 3. Includes a fictional chapter featuring bugs using their natural weapons and defenses in battle.