{"product_id":"ladybugs-isbn-9780823427604","title":"Ladybugs","description":"\u003cb\u003eEverything you ever wanted to know about ladybugs— and why they're crucial to our environment. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA page of quick ladybug facts and resources for learning more are included.\"This simply written, clearly organized, thoroughly researched and  exceptionally illustrated volume should be a first purchase for most  libraries.\"—\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bright and informative.\"—\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eBooklist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\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.","brand":"Holiday House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46300479127781,"sku":"NP9780823427604","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780823427604.jpg?v=1767731092","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/ladybugs-isbn-9780823427604","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}