A Luna Moth's Life (Nature Upclose) [Paperback]

John Himmelman (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 5 and up | Grade Level: K and up | Series: Nature Upclose

Examines the life cycle of a Nature Upclose: A Luna Moth's Life

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

PreSchool-Grade 2AA series designed to be read aloud to younger children or alone by beginning readers. Each title records the life cycle of a specific insect/mollusk. Mating is mentioned, but specifics are not provided. Death never enters the scene. The realistic illustrations are large, colorful, and framed with clear borders in colors that match the main tones of the covers. Visually appealing, the books have accurate (if very elementary) texts that may satisfy some childrens' immediate informational needs and raise a storm of question from others. Although each title has a brief assortment of facts for adults and a glossary of terms italicized in the text, these sections will prove inadequate if more detail is demanded. While ladybugs are often featured in juvenile nonfiction, luna moths are not, and slugs, alas, being somewhat unlovely, give ground to coverage of their "cuter" cousins, the snails. Nicely done, if simplistic.APatricia Manning, formerly at Eastchester Public Library, NY
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

John Himmelman is the author of several nonfiction books for children.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Children's Press(CT) (September 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0516263544
• ISBN-13: 978-0516263540
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 9.8 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,355,822 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

John Himmelman is the author and illustrator of more than sixty books for children, including "Chickens to the Rescue". He lives in Connecticut with his family.

Customer Reviews

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What a Beautiful Book!, January 31, 2002

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"peeplo" (Connecticut) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Luna Moth's Life (Nature Upclose) (Library Binding)

John Himmelman weaves his obvious love and knowledge of nature into something far more than just a beautifully illustrated, age appropriate story. His stories and paintings capture the essence of the creatures he portrays, and leaves the reader with intimate understanding and a desire to know more. This is a great book, as are all of Mr. Himmelman's works. I highly recommend this for your budding young naturalists. I commend Mr. Himmelman for setting such high standards in his craft! Keep'm coming.

3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed, April 18, 2011

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Barbara L. Mcneil "Avid reader" (HOLIDAY, FL, US) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Luna Moth's Life (Nature Upclose) (Paperback)

I WAS DISAPPOINTED WITH THIS PRODUCT AS I EXPECTED TO SEE PHOTOS OF THE LUNA MOTH AND MORE WRITTEN INFORMATION. ALTHOUGH INFORMATIVE AS TO WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE IT WAS NOT THOROUGH ENOUGH AS TO ITS HISTORY OR BIOGRAPHY. MY LUNA MOTH WAS FOUND IN MY HOUSE IN FLORIDA, LONG WAY FROM MEXICO/CALIFORNIA HABITAT. I CAN ONLY DESCRIBE THE PICTURES MORE OF A CARTOON MANNER.
I AM KEEPING THE BOOK, BUT AS I SAY EXPECTED MORE. THE QUALITY OF THE BOOK WAS FOUND TO BE NEW AS TOLD.

5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful!, December 26, 2009

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momtoamiracle - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Luna Moth's Life (Nature Upclose) (Paperback)

I just got a few of these nature upclose series and I am very impressed! I'm going to try and find more of them. Very simple with beautiful illustrations. A must have for anyone who reads to their child!