About the book
Hilarious illustrated non-fiction about cockroaches perfect for beginning readers. You'll bug out over this perfect pairing of humorous text and funny illustrations about this insect that's been around for over 335 million years!
Fast cockroach facts:
Distinctive trait: Flat and oval-shaped bodyDiet: Everything! (Especially if it's greasy and sweet . . .)Special talent: Running
The Cockroach covers lifestyle (cockroaches prefer the dark and only come out during the day when their colonies get big enough), anatomy (cockroaches have wings but rarely fly), habitat (they prefer heat to cold), life cycle (a female can give birth to up to 350 babies during her lifetime) and much more. Although silly and off-the-wall, The Cockroach contains factual information that will both amuse and teach at the same time.
Editions of The Cockroach
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780735266421
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780735266445
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Hilarious illustrated non-fiction about cockroaches perfect for beginning readers. You'll bug out over this perfect pairing of humorous text and funny illustrations about this insect that's been around for over 335 million years!
Fast cockroach facts:
Distinctive trait: Flat and oval-shaped bodyDiet: Everything! (Especially if it's greasy and sweet . . .)Special talent: Running
The Cockroach covers lifestyle (cockroaches prefer the dark and only come out during the day when their colonies get big enough), anatomy (cockroaches have wings but rarely fly), habitat (they prefer heat to cold), life cycle (a female can give birth to up to 350 babies during her lifetime) and much more. Although silly and off-the-wall, The Cockroach contains factual information that will both amuse and teach at the same time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Cockroach about?
Hilarious illustrated non-fiction about cockroaches perfect for beginning readers. You'll bug out over this perfect pairing of humorous text and funny illustrations about this insect that's been around for over 335 million years!
Fast cockroach facts:
Distinctive trait: Flat and oval-shaped bodyDiet: Everything! (Especially if it's greasy and sweet . . .)Special talent: RunningThe Cockroach covers lifestyle (cockroaches prefer the dark and only come out during the day when their colonies get big enough), anatomy (cockroaches have wings but rarely fly), habitat (they prefer heat to cold), life cycle (a female can give birth to up to 350 babies during her lifetime) and much more. Although silly and off-the-wall,
The Cockroach contains factual information that will both amuse and teach at the same time.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Cockroach?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Nature, animals, the natural world > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Insects, spiders, minibeasts
Where can I read a sample of The Cockroach?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780735266421
Is The Cockroach part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Disgusting Critters
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Cockroach?
Elise Gravel
Who is the Publisher of the book The Cockroach?
Tundra
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Cockroach is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780735266421) and paperback(ISBN 9780735266445)
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