{"product_id":"the-cockroach-9780735266421","title":"The Cockroach","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIllustrated Nonfiction Book About Cockroaches\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHilarious illustrated non-fiction about cockroaches perfect for beginning readers. You'll bug out over this perfect pairing of humorous text and funny illustrations about this insect that's been around for over 335 million years!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFast Cockroach Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive trait: Flat and oval-shaped body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiet: Everything! (Especially if it's greasy and sweet . . .)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial talent: Running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Inside This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Cockroach\u003c\/i\u003e covers lifestyle topics including why cockroaches prefer the dark and only come out during the day when their colonies get big enough. Young readers discover anatomy details like how cockroaches have wings but rarely fly. The book explores habitat preferences, explaining why these insects prefer heat to cold. Life cycle information reveals that a female can give birth to up to 350 babies during her lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough silly and off-the-wall, \u003ci\u003eThe Cockroach\u003c\/i\u003e contains factual information that will both amuse and teach at the same time. This hardcover book combines humor with science education, making it an excellent choice for reluctant readers, classroom reading, and nature study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for Beginning Readers Ages 9-12\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis illustrated nonfiction book transforms insect education into an entertaining experience. The combination of funny illustrations and accessible text makes complex entomology concepts understandable for children. Whether used for independent reading or classroom instruction, this book engages students with its unique approach to science learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eELISE GRAVEL\u003c\/b\u003e is an award-winning author-illustrator from Quebec. She has won a Governor General's Award for Children's Illustration in French, and is well known for her original, wacky picture books and graphic novels. After completing her studies in graphic design, Elise found herself quickly swept up into the glamorous world of illustration. Her old design habits drive her to work a little text here and there into her drawings and she loves to handle the design of her assignments from start to finish. She is inspired by social causes and likes projects that can handle a good dose of eccentricity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tundra Books (NY)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680715051282,"sku":"9780735266421","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-cockroach-9780735266421","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}