Product Description

The most colorful wings on the pond belong to the nimble dragonfly, but this delicate flying insect didn"t begin life in the air. The secrets of metamorphosis are unfurled in this story of the life of a familiar backyard creature.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #431629 in Books
• Published on: 2004-05-13
• Released on: 2004-05-13
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 32 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9780753458051
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Customer Reviews

Seems Aimed At Girls
This little science book teaches about the life cycle of the dragonfly and a little of its history. It does this by pointing out the differences between dragonflies and humans (humans never have to worry about being eaten by a duck). It starts by asking the title question.

Insects have often been thought of as fascinating for boys and scary for girls and I wonder if that had anything to do with the creation of this book. I wonder because all of the children pictured are girls.

My daughter was intrigued by the book and had me read it several times. I do not know if the interest will stick and have more readings requested or not. One can only think that the series as a whole is best suited for libraries with only the favorite creature or two being purchased for the home.

Whether you decide to borrow or buy is up to you but I am sure you will find the book well laid out and informative.

Very Cute
Not much to it,
but its a cute kids book

material feels high quality

Entertaining and educational
We love this book, as well as the others in the series. A perfect mixture of learning and fun. I even learned things about dragonflies I didn't know.