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How to be a Ladybird (in association with the Royal Entomological Society)

Series: How to Be a Bug
Brief Description
Shrink to the size of a garden bug and enter the world of ladybirds in this first graphic novel. Follow a newly hatched ladybird as she learns the ins and outs of ladybirdhood, and meet plenty of fascinating bug characters along the way, in this first... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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Shrink to the size of a garden bug and enter the world of ladybirds in this first graphic novel.

Follow a newly hatched ladybird as she learns the ins and outs of ladybirdhood, and meet plenty of fascinating bug characters along the way, in this first graphic novel.

Our tale begins with a cluster of tiny eggs resting peacefully on a leaf - but life for a ladybird larva is far from peaceful. There are dastardly harlequins to contend with and giant predators in the form of birds. Not to mention the confusing fact that our leading larva doesn't look anything like a ladybird at all! With transformations to look forward to - including gaining a pair of wings - and plenty of friendly bugs to meet, our heroine will soon learn that life in the garden isn't all bad.

Narrated by a wise old grasshopper, offering tips and tricks on how to be a ladybird, and featuring laugh-out-loud moments, this tale of garden life is a perfect introduction to ladybirds for bug-obsessed little ones. Made in collaboration with the Royal Entomological Society, facts and supporting information are blended seamlessly into the action, while hilarious illustrations from Steven Wood will engage even the most reluctant reader.

How to be a Ladybird (in association with the Royal Entomological Society) by Laura Knowles offers a delightful and educational journey that is sure to captivate and inform.

Series: How to Be a Bug

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241685853

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 June 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK Children

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Steven Wood
  • Contributions by Royal Entomological Society
  • Illustrated by Steven Wood

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 188.0mm

Height: 233.0mm

Weight: 274g

Pages: 64

About the Author

Laura Knowles is the author of several children's books, including It Starts with a Seed, which won the 2017 Margaret Mallett Award for Children's Non-fiction. Steven Wood has illustrated for PRH, Scholastic, and more. His focus is always on the characters that bring life and movement to the picture.

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