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marching caterpillars and the scientists who followed them
"This is a story about remarkable creatures, inquisitive people, and fascinating conversations. The creatures? Pine processionary caterpillars with mysterious group habits. The people? Jean Henri Fabre and, many years later, Terrence Fitzgerald-scientists with big questions about the behavior of these caterpillars. And the conversations? The conversations span lifetimes, as one researcher continues a dialogue started by the other. In this playful, candid, and accessible book for young readers, biologist Loree Griffin Burns captures the unique leader-follower behavior of pine processionary caterpillars through a glimpse into the "ask, test, repeat" nature of the scientific process-and shows how that process creates one long line of questioning and learning. Back matter includes more details about the two scientists as well as a glossary, bibliography, source notes, and suggestions for further reading."--
Introduction -- The caterpillar -- The procession -- The leader -- The circle -- Tricked? -- A quarter century later -- Silk-less caterpillars -- Trail -- No trail -- A sacrifice -- Trapped! -- Conclusion.
Loree Griffin Burns ; illustrated by Jamie Green.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 54-56).
Booklist Editor's Choice/Books for Youth, 2024