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Tarantulas

By Jaclyn Jaycox

These hairy hunters seem fearsome—but could tarantulas make surprisingly brilliant pets?

informative engaging educational

Genres

Non-fiction Animals Nature

What is Tarantulas about?

Discover the fascinating world of tarantulas! These large, hairy spiders use their strong jaws to catch prey, but they're not as dangerous as you might think. Some even make great pets! Learn all about their habitats, diets, and unique behaviours in this engaging book.

About the author

Jaclyn Jaycox is a writer who loves to teach children about the world around them. She has written many interesting non-fiction books about animals, science, and nature. Jaclyn enjoys making learning fun and easy to understand, helping young readers discover amazing facts about topics like sharks, volcanoes, and outer space.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

This edition

2021

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