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This is a brief introduction to the cockroach, its habitat, diet, habits, and physical characteristics.
Quick Summary
If your kid can't resist picking up every creepy-crawly fact they find, this short nonfiction gem is a perfect pick-me-up for a quick read. Kirkwood packs a lot of surprising trivia cockroaches can live for weeks without a head, they can hold their breath for 40 minutes, and they'll eat almost anything into a friendly, slightly gross tone that makes the science feel like a secret club. The book's layout mixes short paragraphs with bold "Did you know?" callouts, so even reluctant readers can dip in and out without feeling overwhelmed. Parents will appreciate that the tone stays lighthearted and never graphic, making it a safe way to introduce the topic of insects without nightmares. It's a great choice for a school project on habitats or diet, or simply for a kid who wants to impress friends with weird bug facts sort of like the popular "World of Bugs" series but even snappier.