The Big Book of Bugs

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The Big Book of Bugs by Yuval Zommer introduces children to the fascinating world of insects through detailed illustrations and captivating facts. It explores the lives and habitats of bugs, encouraging curiosity and an appreciation for these tiny creatures. The book is filled with engaging visuals and educational content, making it a delightful introduction to entomology for young readers.
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You might enjoy this delightful journey into the insect world if you have a young explorer at home who's fascinated by the tiny creatures crawling in the garden. With vibrant illustrations and engaging facts, it will spark curiosity and inspire budding entomologists to discover the wonderful lives of bugs all around them.

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The Big Book of Bugs

Explains that bugs live nearly everywhere on Earth and give tips on how to become a young bug spotter. This book is divided into key groups of bugs, including beetles, moths, butterflies, bees, snails, crickets, grasshoppers, worms and spiders, all illustrated with scenic compositions.

A gloriously illustrated, fact-filled book for young children about all kinds of creepy crawlies

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Just how slow does a snail go? Are bugs afraid of the dark? Why do ants march in a line?

Find out the answers to these and many more bug questions. Play search and find in the pictures, too. Will you spot all the bugs?

Meet all kinds of flying, stinging, wriggling bugs from around the world in this first animal book to share with young children. It's packed with facts about how different kinds of bugs eat, hunt and have babies in the wild.

The Big Book of Bugs by Yuval Zommer invites young readers into the amazing world of insects, offering fascinating insights through engaging illustrations and fun activities.

Series: The Big Book series

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The Big Book of Bugs by Yuval Zommer is widely praised for its delightful and engaging illustrations that captivate both children and adults. It has been noted for beautifully illustrated non-fiction that stimulates curiosity and mitigates squeamishness towards insects. The book offers a wealth of fascinating facts, presented with warmth and humour, making it an excellent resource for budding bug-spotters and young nature enthusiasts.

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ISBN: 9780500650677

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 21 March 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 230.0mm

Height: 340.0mm

Weight: 750g

Pages: 64

About the Author

Yuval Zommer graduated from the Royal College of Art with an MA in Illustration. He worked as a creative director at leading advertising agencies before becoming the author and illustrator of highly acclaimed non-fiction. Yuval's stunning 'Big Book of...' series encourages children to explore and care for our natural world. The series has now been published in 25 languages and has won and been shortlisted for numerous awards internationally, including the UKLA Book Awards 2018 & 2019, the English Association's Nonfiction Award 2017 & 2019, and the Made For Mums Award 2018 & 2019.

Barbara Taylor studied Environmental Sciences at Southampton University. She has worked as a science editor and writer at London's Natural History Museum and for several publishing houses. She is an award-winning author of more than 150 books for children.

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