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Evil Beetle Versus Science: The Shadow of Doom
A Science Comic Book About Light
Series: Evil Beetle Versus Science
Brief Description
A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about light. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle thinks she can get rid of an annoying dog by scaring him with a terrifying shadow. But, Evil Beetle doesn't know enough about science to make the plan work! The hilarious...
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A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about light.
Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle thinks she can get rid of an annoying dog by scaring him with a terrifying shadow. But, Evil Beetle doesn't know enough about science to make the plan work! The hilarious story is full of facts about light and shadows and is perfect for children aged 6 plus who love comic books. For children progressing through book bands, it is suitable for children reading at Book Band 10: White.
Evil Beetle Vs Science is a series of books about a hapless anti-heroine and her loyal band of minibeast sidekicks. Evil Beetle's plots keep going wrong because she doesn't understand science! Luckily her friend Smart Snail is on hand to explain, and readers will learn key science concepts while enjoying Evil Beetle's attempts to keep her garden free from intruders.
Titles in the series: The Shadow of Doom (Light); The Itching Powder Plot (Plants); The Alarm Call (Sound); The Electric Attack (Electricity); The Garden Force Attack (Forces); Building the Secret Headquarters (Materials).
Series: Evil Beetle Versus Science
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Evil Beetle Versus Science: The Alarm Call
A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about sound. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle thinks she can get rid of annoying intruders to her garden by summoning an insect army using different sounds. But Evil Beetle has a lot to learn about how sounds work and the different ways insects make them! The hilarious story is full of facts...HardbackSold Out -
Evil Beetle Versus Science: The Shadow of Doom
A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about light. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle thinks she can get rid of an annoying dog by scaring him with a terrifying shadow. But, Evil Beetle doesn't know enough about science to make the plan work! The hilarious story is full of facts about light and shadows and is perfect for children...HardbackSold Out -
Evil Beetle Versus Science: The Shadow of Doom
A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about light. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle thinks she can get rid of an annoying dog by scaring him with a terrifying shadow. But, Evil Beetle doesn't know enough about science to make the plan work! The hilarious story is full of facts about light and shadows and is perfect for children...PaperbackSold Out -
Evil Beetle Versus Science: The Garden Force Attack
A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about forces. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle has lots of schemes that she thinks will get rid of the annoying gardener for good. But, Evil Beetle doesn't know enough about science to make the plans work! The hilarious story is full of facts about forces and is perfect for children aged 6...PaperbackSold Out -
Evil Beetle Versus Science: Building the Secret Headquarters
A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about materials. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle decides she needs to build new headquarters. But it's not as easy as Evil Beetle thought because she does not know enough about science! The hilarious story is full of facts about materials and is perfect for children aged 6 plus who love comic books....PaperbackSold Out -
Evil Beetle Versus Science: The Alarm Call
A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about sound. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle thinks she can get rid of annoying intruders to her garden by summoning an insect army using different sounds. But Evil Beetle has a lot to learn about how sounds work and the different ways insects make them! The hilarious story is full of facts...PaperbackSold Out
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781526325471
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 24 July 2025
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Wayland
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Scott Garrett
- Illustrated by Scott Garrett
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 8.0mm
Width: 208.0mm
Height: 262.0mm
Weight: 148g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Paul Mason (Author)
Paul's books cover a wide range of subjects, from whether the Romans ate crisps to how to build the world's best skatepark, but he writes mostly about sport. Whether you are interested in swimming, cycling, snowboarding, surfing or another sport, Paul has probably written something that will inspire you to get out and give it a try. Paul writes in a shack by the beach, which he shares with his one-eyed surf dog, Daisy.Scott Garrett (Illustrator) Scott Garrett, freelance illustrator living in the UK, has worked for clients nationally and internationally, including Vodafone, Nestle, VW, GQ, The Guardian, Los Angeles Times, Boston Globe, Business Week, Klutz Books, Faber & Faber and Random House.Also by Paul Mason
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