An Elementary Study of Insects by Leonard Haseman
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"An Elementary Study of Insects" by Leonard Haseman is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This book serves as an educational resource aimed primarily at grade school children, focusing on the economic significance of insects, both beneficial and harmful. It intends to foster an understanding of various insect species and their roles in nature, particularly in relation to agriculture. The opening of the book lays the foundation for a
comprehensive exploration of insects, emphasizing their importance in the ecosystems and agriculture. Haseman introduces readers to the characteristics of insects, their methods of development, and various insect orders. He describes how insects can be both pests that damage crops and allies that aid in pollination and pest control. Additionally, the introduction stresses the value of nature study for children, encouraging them to observe and collect insects to learn about their life cycles and interactions with humans and the environment. Overall, it sets the stage for a practical and engaging approach to the study of entomology. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Haseman, Leonard, 1884-1969 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 23013240 |
| Title | An Elementary Study of Insects |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, Stephen Blundell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Insects |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 23434 |
| Release Date | Nov 10, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 5818 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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