Big Surprise in the Bug Tank (Easy-to-Read, Dial) [Hardcover]

Ruth Horowitz (Author), Joan Holub (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up | Series: Easy-to-Read, Dial

Readers first met Sam and Leo on the trail of a runaway roach in Breakout at the Bug Lab, "a book where everything is just right" (School Library Journal, starred review).
This time the brothers' giant roaches aren't running, they're multiplying! Can nutty ideas, a bug bet, and a little science solve the population explosion? Both bug fans and the bug-squeamish will have a rousing good time with this funny, clever, action-packed tale that's just right for encouraging independent reading.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 1-3 - In this satisfying sequel to Breakout at the Bug Lab (Dial, 2001), two brothers decide to adopt two giant hissing cockroaches from their entomologist mother's lab. When the roach population grows out of control, the boys try various schemes to find new homes for their extra pets. Finally, the school librarian comes to the rescue with a plan for getting rid of the additional insects and information on limiting the future population. The writing style is simple, yet entertaining, and the interesting story line is sure to please children. The book lends itself well to independent reading or to sharing aloud. Done in watercolor, gouache, and acrylic paints, the cartoon illustrations are colorful and clear. Bristling with amusing details, they show the enthusiasm and excitement of these agreeable siblings as they work to solve their dilemma. A great choice for newly confident readers and bug lovers alike. - Heather Ver Voort, Washington West Elementary, Olean, NY
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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Hardcover: 48 pages
• Publisher: Dial (March 17, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0803728743
• ISBN-13: 978-0803728745
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,647,588 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Author of 130+ books including 12 in the GODDESS GIRLS series: Athena the Brain, Persephone the Phony, Aphrodite the Beauty, Artemis the Brave, Athena the Wise, Aphrodite the Diva, Artemis the Loyal, Medusa the Mean, The Girl Games (Super Special) for ages 8-12 co-written with Suzanne Williams. OTHER POPULAR TITLES: Groundhog Weather School; Vincent van Gogh Sunflowers and Swirly Stars; The Gingerbread Kid Goes to School; Wagons Ho! (co-written with G. Hallowell); Who Was Babe Ruth?; Zero the Hero (picture book illus by Tom Lichtenheld, Henry Holt/Macmillan). COMING IN 2012: Ballet Stars (Random House).

I'm at http://www.joanholub.com and http://joanholub.blogspot.com