"Did you know that some jellyfish make their own light? This . . . ability is called bioluminescence. Some glow to attract mates, scare off predators, or find food. Look inside to learn all about bioluminescent jellyfish--and get ready for a glow show!"--

As students study spiders, leeches, scorpions, and more, they will learn about the foundation that insects provide for all other animals.

"This fascinating series takes a very simple look at animal classifications, with each book focussing on a different group of animal. This book is about invertebrates: what they do, how they behave, and how these characteristics are different from other groups of animals. Beautifully illustrated with colorful photographs, the book shows many examples of different types of invertebrates in their natural environment."--

Introduces the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of a variety of insects, spiders, and worms.

An introduction to the physicaL characteristics, habits, and natural environment of a variety of animals without backbones suchas sponges, jellyfishes, sea anemones, worms, octopuses, and oysters.

Discusses animals with no backbones, including protozoans, sponges, worms, mollusks, arachnids, and arthropods.

"An introduction to marine invertebrates and their physical characteristics, life cycle, behaviors, and adaptations to various habitats. Features include diagrams, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.