Wonderful Worms encourages an appreciation for the small creatures of the earth by explaining the vital role that earthworms play in the planet's ecosystem. The book also contains informative charts and cross-section illustrations of the worm's underground environment.

"Dig in the dirt and you'll find--worms! But did you know that many live underwater? Or that some can grow as long as 9 feet? ... [In this book about] ... worms from around the world, readers will be wowed by the amazing variety of wrigglers and up-close photos, while also learning about bug behavior, life cycles, classification, and more"--

Dig in the dirt and you'll find . . . worms! But did you know that many live underwater? Or that some can grow as long as 9 feet? Excite kids' natural curiosity with this Smithsonian Little Entomologist book about wonderful worms from around the world. Readers will be wowed by the amazing variety of wrigglers and up-close photos, while also learning about bug behavior, life cycles, classification, and more. The engaging, leveled text supports life science curriculum.

For use in schools and libraries only. Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of the common earthworm.

What makes a worm a worm? What are some the most common and interesting worms from around the world? This book teaches readers all about worms, while highlighting some specific worm families and groups. In this fascinating book you can also learn about key scientific themes such as classification, animal behaviour and life cycles.