Patrick Merrick

Introduces the holiday of Thanksgiving and some of the ways in which it is celebrated, explaining the origin and meaning behind such symbols as the turkey.

This book introduces the holiday of Easter and explains how bunnies and eggs came to be symbols of the day. Kids love holidays--and they'll love reading about well-known symbols we associate with these famous days. Our Holiday Symbols series answers basic questions about some favorite holiday icons, including how they became linked to their special days. Each volume also includes information about the holiday itself. A glossary and further sources...

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and life cycle of the insect called the walkingstick.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of vampire bats.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and life cycle of caterpillars.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of different kinds of flies that bite.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of cockroaches.