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A Beetle Is Shy

Dianna Hutts Aston, illustrated by Sylvia Long

A Beetle Is Shy presents many kinds of beetles, from flea beetles to bombardier beetles. Detailed illustrations explore the world of these insects alongside a poetic voice and carefully researched information. The book highlights beetles’ diversity and hidden wonders, using a visual approach to show their many forms. Its subject is the varied world of beetles and the details that distinguish them.

This book appears on 2 reading lists across 1 edition from 2 organizations.

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Book details

Lexile Text Measure
NC1070L
ATOS Book Level
5.3
AR Interest Level
LG
AR Points
0.5
Word Count
784
Fountas & Pinnell Text Level
Z
Themes
Insects And Bugs · Nature · Science
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Published
May 9, 2023
Pages
40
ISBN-13
9781797215877
Language
English
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