Kite, L. Patricia

Follows seven dandelion seed parachutes which the wind blows into the air and which land in different circumstances as an example of the way in which a common plant regenerates.

Presents information about such creatures as lice, chiggers, fleas, ticks, flies, and vampire bats.

Describes the physical characteristics of the octopus, where it lives, and how it moves, eats, mates, and protects itself.

Describes the cockroach's life cycle, behavior, habitat, and interaction with humans.