Centipedes
Backyard Bugs and Creepy-Crawlies (Engaging Readers, Level 1)
Published on 9. December 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
32 pages
978-1-77878-713-3 (ISBN)
Description
Centipedes are not bugs-but they have lots of legs! Some have almost 400. They move fast, use their front legs as fangs, and hunt at night. Centipedes help gardens by digging tunnels and eating pests. Find out how many legs they can grow, and why they'll never have exactly 100!
Level 1 readers are aimed at children who are starting to recognize common words and are capable of sounding out unfamiliar words. Short, simple sentences help guide the reader through new concepts and ideas.
This project has been made possible in part by the Government of Canada.
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Person
Ashley Lee began her publishing career at Simon Fraser University's Master of Publishing program. She has an Animal Care Aide certificate from Vancouver Island University, which allowed her to combine her love for animals and writing when she worked for Modern Dog and Modern Cat magazines. Ashley lives in British Columbia, Canada, where she enjoys exploring the outdoors, volunteering with children's programs, and doing arts and crafts.