A hermit crab who has outgrown his old shell moves into a new one, which he decorates and enhances with the various sea creatures he meets in his travels.

"An introduction for young readers on the basics of how to care for a pet hermit crab. Bright photos and clear, simple text lay the foundation for children to take greater responsibility and a more active role in their pets' lives. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, a fun-facts section, a list of needs and dangers to the pet, and sources for further research"--Publisher description.

"Full-color, zoomed-in photos and simple text describe pet hermit crabs' body parts"--

Discusses what is needed to keep hermit crabs as pets, covering such topics as physical characteristics, housing, diet, behavior, and health issues.

"Describes caring for a hermit crab, including supplies needed, feeding, cleaning, health, and safety"--Provided by publisher.

Hermit crabs are mysterious and interesting - it's fun to watch them eat, burrow, and even play. Your hermit crab will need your attention and care. Are you ready for a pet hermit crab? Learn how to care for and respect your hermit crab to keep it healthy, happy, and safe. Bring augmented reality to your students by downloading the free Capstone 4D app and scanning for access to an online article, video, and discussion questions.  

"An introduction to purple pinchers and other hermit crabs, presented in a highly illustrated, question and answer format. Features include fun facts, glossary, resource list, index, and scientific classification list"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the hemit crab as a pet and provides information on providing the proper habitat and care for a hermit crab.

Introduces the physical characteristics, habitat, diet, and activities of the hermit crab.