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Provides information about the physical characteristics, habits, and behavior of grasshoppers and such related species as crickets and wetas.

Briefly describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of different kinds of grasshoppers.

In this retelling of the classic Aesop fable, hardworking ants stock up for the winter while a fun-loving grasshopper plays all year long, until the cold weather arrives and he realizes his mistake in not planning ahead.

"Simple text accompanied by full-color photographs give an up-close look at grasshoppers"--Provided by publisher.

The author introduces his fascinating book about grasshoppers and their relations by pointing out the error of Aesop's fable, which compares the grasshopper unfavorably to the ant. "Actually," he says, "the grasshopper is no more a ner'er-do-well than the ant; it simply does the things it has to for a happy and successful life." He then shows how grasshoppers and the other related insects-crickets, katydids, etc., are equipped for life and how they...

Introduces the life cycle of a grasshopper, showing how it changes from an egg to an adult grasshopper.

Simple text and photographs present the body parts and behavior of grasshoppers.

"Identify specific grasshoppers. Explore their behavior, life cycle, mating habits, geographical location, anatomy, enemies, and defenses"--Provided by publisher.