Mites

Master Sneaks

From the Series Arachnid World

  • Interest Level: Grade 4 - Grade 8
  • Reading Level: Grade 4

They are stealthy arachnids—and most are smaller than this period. They are mites! In this book, you will learn how mites are similar to and different from other arachnids. Close-up photographs, micrographs, and diagrams reveal extraordinary details about a mite’s body both inside and out. A hands-on activity shows how quickly a few mites can multiply into hundreds. Learn more about this fascinating member of nature’s Arachnid World.

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978-0-7613-8795-4
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Interest Level Grade 4 - Grade 8
Reading Level Grade 4
Genre Science
Category Animals
Publisher Lerner Publishing Group
Imprint Lerner Publications ™
Language English
Publication Date 2012-01-01
Reading Counts! Level 6.2
Text Type Informational/Explanatory
BISACS JNF003120, JNF051150
Dewey 595.4'2
Graphics Full-color illustrations
Lexile 900
Guided Reading Level U
Features Activities, Bibliography/further reading, Charts/Graphs/Diagrams, Glossary, Index, Reviewed, Sidebars, Teaching Guides, and eSource

Lerner eSource™ offers free digital teaching and learning resources, including Common Core State Standards (CCSS) teaching guides. These guides, created by classroom teachers, offer short lessons and writing exercises that give students specific instruction and practice using Common Core skills and strategies. Lerner eSource also provides additional resources including online activities, downloadable/printable graphic organizers, and additional educational materials that would also support Common Core instruction. Download, share, pin, print, and save as many of these free resources as you like!

Arachnid World

Enter the creepy-crawly world of the arachnid family with award-winning science author Sandra Markle! Too often lumped together with insects, these fascinating animals have distinctive characteristics and habits that are all their own. From spiders and scorpions to ticks and mites, these View available downloads →

Reviews

Booklist

“Uncommonly useful… Solid additions to science collections.” —Booklist

School Library Journal

“Valuable resources for both students and arachnophiles alike.” —School Library Journal