From the series Animal Battles
Dung Beetle vs. Tarantula Hawk
Reading Level Grade 3Interest Level Grades 3 – 7Copyright 2023
Reviewed
From the series Animal Battles
Reading Level Grade 3Interest Level Grades 3 – 7Copyright 2023
ReviewedDung beetles are strong insects. Tarantula hawks have painful stings. In this high-low title, reluctant readers will learn what would happen if these two insects met. Engaging text and vibrant photos bring the battle to life, while special features compare the size of the two insects as well as highlight their secret weapons. Who will win the insect battle?
'Dung Beetle vs. Tarantula Hawk is part of the Animal Battles series. In this series, two animals face off against each other. Each book starts off with a description of the two competitors, their attack moves, their secret weapons and then finally the battle. The narrative text at the end describes the fight scene and will certainly catch the reader’s’ attention. The book has 4-5 sentences per page for each animal and color photographs. Text features such as bold words, text boxes, maps, a table of contents, glossary and an index are incorporated to aid the readers. Profiles of animal statistics include the height and weight as well as the physical advantages of each animal and habitat. In Dung Beetle vs. Tarantula Hawk, the two insects meet underground. Each insect has unique characteristics that could lead to it winning this face-off. Which will come out on top? This series is perfect for fans of Who Would Win.', Amy Covey, South Sound Book Review Council, Washington
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