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Bugs Are Beautiful: Curious Detective This list of books is perfect for the kid that loves facts, wants to learn about real people and events and is interested in bugs.

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  • "Readers will learn all about insects' life stages, senses, bodies, and the many different kinds, including beetles, ladybugs, bees, butterflies, and more!"--
    Book, 2016New York, NY : Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, [2016] — J 595.7 S596i 2016
  • This fun, photo-filled, and fact-packed guide to insects will make kids stop and look for all kinds of these crawling and flying creatures right in their own backyards. From bees to beetles, walking sticks to inchworms, kids will learn how, where,…
    Book, 2017Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, [2017] — J 595.7 R763i 2017
  • Insects

    the Most Fun Bug Book Ever

    Collard, Sneed B.,
    Presents a look at insects, describing their physical features, defense mechanisms, communication skills, life cycle, predatory behavior, and the adaptation abilities that make them one of the most successful life forms on Earth.
    Book, 2017Watertown, MA : Charlesbridge, [2017] — J 595.7 C684i 2017
  • Describes a variety of insects and their behavior, discussing metamorphosis, camouflage, defenses, and their benefits to people.
    Book, 2015New York, New York : DK Publishing, 2015. — J 595.7 Y825b 2015
  • "This beautifully illustrated, informative book explores everything you've ever wanted to know about bugs and where to find them. In this second book in the Nature All Around series, young readers will learn all about true bugs, complete and…
    Book, 2019Toronto, ON : Kids Can Press, [2019] — J 595.7 H628b 2019
  • Presents facts about insects, covering their anatomy, senses, eating behavior, and reproduction.
    Book, 2017New York, New York : Liberty Street, an imprint of Time Inc. Books, 2017. — J 595.7 B924b 2017
  • Provides information on different types of insects and bugs that can be kept as pets and the kind of care they need.
    Book, 2014Minneapolis, MN : ABDO Publishing Company, [2014] — J 638 H18 2014
  • Think insects are a pest? Think again. This visually stunning science documentary shows how these tiny geniuses can help us solve some of science's biggest problems - from producing biofuel to killing drug-resistant bacteria and curing cancer.
    Downloadable Video, 2017[United States] : Syndicado, 2017.
  • Simple terms facilitate the exploration of various bugs.
    Book, 2005New York : DK Publishing, [2005] — J 595.7 M299b 2005
  • Forty short poems about bugs and other crawling creatures.
    Book, 2007Honesdale, Pa. : Wordsong, [2007] — J 811 H245bu 2007
  • Bugged

    How Insects Changed History

    Albee, Sarah
    Chronicles the rivalry between the human and insect worlds that draws on myriad disciplines to explain the varying roles that bugs have played in building and toppling empires as well as the bug stories behind infamous disasters.
    Book, 2014New York : Walker Books for Young Readers, 2014. — J 595.7 A328b 2014
  • The Bug Girl

    Maria Merian's Scientific Vision

    Marsh, Sarah Glenn,
    "A biography about Maria Sibylla Merian, one of the first entomologists and scientific illustrators"--Provided by publisher.
    Book, 2019Chicago, Illinois : Albert Whitman & Company, [2019] — J 92 M542m 2019
  • Bugs includes general information, jokes and descriptions of the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of a variety of common insects. Other segments include: LeVar visits Insect world: with the assistance of an entomologist…
    DVD, 2003Lincoln, NE : Distributed by GPN Educational Media, [2003] — J TV DVD
  • Introductory spreads explain that bugs live nearly everywhere on Earth and give tips on how to become a young bug spotter. The book is divided into key groups of bugs, including beetles, moths, butterflies, bees, snails, crickets, grasshoppers,…
    Book, 2016New York, New York : Thames & Hudson, [2016] — J 595.7 Z757b 2016
  • Learn about the amazing world of insects and minibeasts in this gorgeously illustrated book of bugs. From the world's biggest beetle to dancing bees, you'll learn all about the incredible secret world of creepy crawlies. Did you know that ladybirds…
    Book, 2020New York, New York : DK Publishing, 2020. — J 595.7 F874b 2020
  • "You'll be captivated by these tiny creatures that hear with their legs and smell with their antennae. Some even explode! In this latest addition to his best-selling Giggle and Learn series, Kevin McCloskey points his magnifying glass at an anthill,…
    Book, 2019New York, NY : Toon Books, an imprint of RAW Junior, [2019] — J 595.79 M132an 2019
  • Descubre las hormigas

    gracias a las hormigas, los bosques, los campos y las llanuras de nuestro planeta quedan limpios de restos vegetales

    Algarra, Alejandro,
    Describes ants and anthills, and discusses the various roles that ants have, from the queen to farmers, stock raisers, and soldiers. Describe las hormigas y los hormigueros, y discute los diversos roles que las hormigas tienen, desde la reina a los…
    Book, 2013Barcelona : Edebé, 2013. — J 595.79 A394d 2013
  • In this book, you will encounter the world's most bizarre beetles, from dazzling jewel beetles to disgusting flesh-eaters. Are you ready to be Weirded Out by beetles? Book jacket.
    Book, 2011Mankato, Minn. : Arcturus, [2011] — J 595.76 H521b 2011
  • Tiny Monsters

    the Strange Creatures That Live on Us, in Us, and Around Us

    Jenkins, Steve, 1952-2021,
    "Did you know you share your home with monsters?! ... explore the menagerie of tiny and unusual creatures--arthropods (insects, mites, and spiders)--found in our lawns and gardens, our food, our beds, our clothes, and even our eyelashes."--Provided…
    Book, 2020Boston : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, [2020] — J 579 J528t 2020
  • Insect Superpowers

    18 Real Bugs That Smash, Zap, Hypnotize, Sting, and Devour!

    Messner, Kate,
    "A book of insects, with a focus on their 'super powers'--their extraordinary and very real abilities--and an art/design style that evokes comic-book-hero-and-villain awesomeness. The book will include profiles of the animals and their powers, mixed…
    Book, 2019San Francisco, California : Chronicle Books, LLC, [2019] — J 595.7 M564i 2019