Caring for Hermit Crabs: A 4D Book

by Tammy Gagne

Overview

Hermit crabs are mysterious and interesting - it's fun to watch them eat, burrow, and even play. Your hermit crab will need your attention and care. Are you ready for a pet hermit crab? Learn how to care for and respect your hermit crab to keep it healthy, happy, and safe.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781543527421
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/01/2018
Series:	Expert Pet Care
Pages:	24
Product dimensions:	8.00(w) x 8.00(h) x (d)
Age Range:	6 - 9 Years

About the Author

Tammy Gagne has written more than 100 books for both adults and children. She lives in northern New England with her husband, son, and a menagerie of animals.

Table of Contents

Your New Pet Hermit Crabs 4

Supplies You Will Need 6

Bringing Your Hermit Crabs Home 8

What Do Hermit Crabs Eat? 10

Cleaning Up 12

Taking Care of Hermit Crabs 14

Life with Hermit Crabs 16

Hermit Crabs through the Years 18

Hermit Crab Body Language 20

Types of Hermit Crabs 21

Glossary 22

Read More 23

Internet Sites 23

Critical Thinking Questions 24

Index 24

Interviews

Perfect for 1st to 3rd grade, the right age for children to start taking on pet responsibilities; kids will have fun learning pet communication; critical thinking prompts encourage reflection; meets Next Generation Science Standards relating to life cycles and biology;

Editorial Reviews

Designed for primary-school kids, this book strikes a good balance between informative content and attractive layout, mixing crisp color photos with topics such as hermit crab pet supplies, habitat, diet, lifespan, habits, and handling tips. . . .In-text vocabulary definitions and appended critical thinking questions effectively enhance the guide, making it a solid choice for young pet owners.

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