Pedro, Nick, Yulee, Sally and Martin are buzzing with excitement today! The five friends are visiting Martin's neighbor, Mr. Cardinal. He keeps beehives in his backyard, and he's offered to show them
Trek into the field with insect expert and National Geographic explorer Dr. Dino Martins to study all kinds of critters that creep, crawl, and fly to learn what exactly an entomologist does!There are
The sweeping scientific and social history of the humble dung beetle In this extensive history of more than 3,000 years, beginning with Ancient Egypt, scientist Marcus Byrne and writer Helen Lunn
The Bee Book is a fascinating collection of everything related to the bee, spanning the natural and scientific to its place in arts and literature. This title is a compact guide to this much-loved and
Insects of North America presents over 300 insect species of North America, including dominant species and insects most likely noticed. With information about distinguishing less common species from t
Incredible Bugs magnifies a fascinating world of small creatures through charming illustrations and fun facts that highlight their superhero-like capabilities. Although they may seem unappealing a
Accessible introduction to the biology, life cycle, natural history, and classification of mothsMoths are a crucial insect group encompassing more than 160,000 species, and they are among the most anc
An extraordinary look at the wild butterflies of North America, with hundreds of compelling original photographs See what it’s like to stare a butterfly in the eyes. Lavishly illustrated and sci
The Life and Love of the Insect enters into a hidden realm with 18 illustrated essays, rendered in lively, poetic language. Whether extolling the maternal instincts of the Sacred Beetle or chronicling
Prairie spaces and abundant wildflowers make Illinois an amateur lepidopterist's delight. Butterflies of Illinois offers a portable, easy-to-use guide rich with descriptions, field photography, and li
Dragonflies are some the world's most beautiful (and fascinating!) insects. And one many children can find right in their backyards! With a simple story, perfect for read-alouds, and colorful illustra
A how-to book on an exhilarating outdoor activity and a unique meditation on the pleasures of the natural worldFollowing the Wild Bees is a delightful foray into the pastime of bee hunting, an exhilar
This book for children about insects and spiders is the perfect companion for young minds eager to learn about the amazing world of bugs.Children are encouraged to investigate and record all the creep
How does a caterpillar become a butterfly? Open out the petal-shaped pages, one by one, and watch a transformation unfold.First there’s a tiny egg on a leaf, then a caterpillar hatching, just big enough to see. Look at the caterpillar munching away, growing and shedding layers of skin so it can grow some more. Follow as it spins a thread into a green and golden chrysalis, hanging in the sun. Are you ready to see a glorious transformation when all the page turns are done? Cleverly leading readers through each stage of the caterpillar’s life cycle, Caterpillar to Butterfly is sure to set curiosity into flight.
Meet the world’s most fascinating creepy-crawlies—in their real-life size! From the Asian tiger mosquito and the bombardier beetle to the large blue butterfly and the snowy tree cr
A lavishly illustrated introduction to the world's dragonflies and damselfliesDragonflies and damselflies are often called birdwatchers’ insects. Large, brightly colored, active in the daytime, and di
Increasingly the segmentation between birders, butterfly watchers, dragonfly watchers and photographers is reducing as interests overlap and there is a demand for books that cover the three popular gr
This is the perfect introduction to the largest animal group on Earth for all budding entomologists. Each topic is presented in a neat 30-second soundbite, supported by a 3-second flash summary and a
