Books about Insects
Award winning
Fly Guy Presents: Scary Creatures!
Tedd Arnold, 2020
176 pages
Why to read
Exciting journey into the world of scary creatures.
Educational content boosts children's learning and curiosity.
Rich illustrations engage and captivate young readers.
Promotes bravery and knowledge about misunderstood creatures.
Fly Guy Presents: Scary Creatures!
Tedd Arnold, 2020
Award winning
Honeybee: The Busy Life of Apis Mellifera
Candace Fleming, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Vividly illustrates the life cycle of a honeybee.
Engages kids in learning about nature and science.
Beautiful, detailed illustrations enhance understanding.
Encourages respect and appreciation for nature.
Honeybee: The Busy Life of Apis Mellifera
Candace Fleming, 2020
Beetle Wants to Fly: Independent Reading Green 5
Jackie Walter, Elisa Patrissi (artist) Jackie Walter (author), 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages independence and self-discovery in young readers.
Engaging story promotes resilience and perseverance.
Supports early literacy and comprehension skills.
Ideal for shared reading with family.
Beetle Wants to Fly: Independent Reading Green 5
Jackie Walter, Elisa Patrissi (artist) Jackie Walter (author), 2023
Award winning
Beetle McGrady Eats Bugs!
Megan McDonald, 2005
32 pages
Why to read
Adventurous story ignites curiosity and imagination.
Introduces bravery and overcoming fears.
Encourages exploration of new foods and cultures.
Engaging narrative fosters early reading skills.
Beetle McGrady Eats Bugs!
Megan McDonald, 2005
Award winning
Give Bees a Chance
Bethany Barton, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative introduces children to environmental awareness.
Vivid illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Encourages empathy towards bees and nature.
Supports understanding of ecology in young minds.
Give Bees a Chance
Bethany Barton, 2019
Award winning
A House Spider's Life (Nature Upclose)
John Himmelman, 1999
32 pages
Why to read
Explore the detailed life cycle of a house spider.
Vivid illustrations enhance learning and engagement.
Encourages curiosity about nature and insects.
Supports understanding of biology and ecosystems.
A House Spider's Life (Nature Upclose)
John Himmelman, 1999
Draw 50 Creepy Crawlies
Lee J. Ames, Lee J. Ames & Ray Burns, 1991
64 pages
Why to read
Enhances fine motor skills through drawing activities.
Boosts knowledge about various insects and arachnids.
Encourages creativity and artistic expression.
Fun, engaging approach to learning about nature.
Draw 50 Creepy Crawlies
Lee J. Ames, Lee J. Ames & Ray Burns, 1991
Award winning
Dot & Jabber and the Big Bug Mystery (Dot & Jabber, 3)
Ellen Stoll Walsh, 2003
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages curiosity and investigative skills.
Teaches children about nature and insect life.
Engaging mystery plot maintains children's interest.
Supports development of logical reasoning.
