Black Widow Spiders

by Tamara L. Britton

Book Overview

Many people believe the female black widow spider eats the male after mating. Is this true? Find out as this book introduces young readers to black widow spiders. Students will learn about the sizes, behaviors, habits, dietary needs, methods of defense, anatomy, and color of black widow spiders. Reproduction and spiderling development are also introduced. A diagram of a spider's body aids readers in identifying anatomical features. Threats to the...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1616134402
• ISBN13: 9781616134402
• Release Date: August 2010
• Publisher: Checkerboard Library
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.0" x 7.8"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6