The slim volumes in this series describe the life cycles of the titular creatures from larvae or egg to adulthood. The books are written in a conversational style, with a vocabulary accessible to young children. They are illustrated with color photos, which are often unattractively displayed but which clarify the explanations in the text and provide close-up views of various phases. Activity suggestions and a website list are appended. Also available in Spanish. Bib., glos., ind. [Review Covers these Life Cycles titles: [cf2]Jumping Spider, Ladybug, Monarch Butterfly[cf1].] (c) Copyright 2010. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.