"Mantises are some of the most fascinating bugs in the world! With big eyes, colorful bodies, and amazing adaptations, mantises are sure to excite and engage readers. This book introduces emerging readers to accessible and fascinating facts about mantises, including different species and their habitats, adaptations, and behaviors. Readers will also follow the mantis on its life cycle! Brilliant photographs give readers an up-close look at this captivating critter, while engaging text introduces important early life science concepts".