Barclay Bryan Press

In this one-of-a-kind ABC by distinguished entomologist Mike Raupp, Mantie the Mantid introduces children to twenty-six of her colorful friends -- who enjoy buzzing, crawling, flying, glowing, and eating creepy things for lunch! Raupp pairs charming verses with breathtaking close-up color photographs of bugs from A to Z, and mantid drawings by Jeff Kollins. Hardback, with four Grandparent Cards. For children five through eight. ($12)

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