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Description
"Walkingsticks" by Helen Frost is a nonfiction book that introduces young readers to walkingsticks, also known as stick insects. The book uses simple text and photographs to describe the physical characteristics of these insects, including their appearance and ability to blend in with their surroundings. It also explains the habits and behaviors of walkingsticks in their natural environment. This book is designed for readers in lower grades (K-3) with a reading level of 1.7.
Quick Summary
Meet the master disguise artist of the insect world - the walkingstick can hide right in front of your eyes by pretending to be a twig. Readers will marvel at close-up photographs showing how these skinny bugs disappear into leaves and branches, making them feel like bug detectives on a hidden object mission. If your kid loves the creepy-crawly fascination of "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" or enjoys discovering secrets in nature, they'll be hooked on these invisible insects. Perfect for kindergarten through second graders who are starting to read independently and have a curiosity about the natural world around them.