{"product_id":"ladybugs-paperback-6","title":"Ladybugs - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eGail Gibbons\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEverything you ever wanted to know about ladybugs-- and why they're crucial to our environment. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhen you think of a ladybug, you might picture a little red beetle with seven black spots on its back--but did you know there are thousands of types of ladybugs, spread across the world? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWith her signature combination of simple text, clear illustrations, and simple diagrams, Gail Gibbons explores the world of ladybugs. These small beetles live on six of the seven continents, ranging in size, markings, and coloration. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFollow a ladybug through the four stages of its development from egg to adult, and learn about its behavior and habitat--plus, how little ladybugs help protect crops by eating harmful insects. Bright illustrations and an easy-to-read text make this ideal for young readers studying the natural world. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA page of quick ladybug facts and resources for learning more are included.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to \u003ci\u003eThe Washington Post\u003c\/i\u003e, Gail Gibbons has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children's writer-illustrator. Ms. Gibbons has published more than 100 informational titles, including the bestselling titles \u003ci\u003eFrom Seed to Plant \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eMonarch Butterflies\u003c\/i\u003e, all fully vetted by experts. Her many honors include the Washington Post\/Children's Book Guild Nonfiction Award and the NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book Award. She lives in Vermont.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.13 x 9.69 x 9.93 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 01, 2013\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccelerated Reader:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiz Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ladybugs\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterest Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower Grades, K-3\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReading Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.3\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5\u003c\/div\u003e\n                ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42174786699399,"sku":"9780823427604","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/c39a132cdb05c7874cc29592b021e65d.webp?v=1733376784","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/ladybugs-paperback-6","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}