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Cover of The Backyard Bug Book for Kids Storybook, Insect Facts, and Activities (Lets Learn About Bugs and Animals)

The Backyard Bug Book for Kids Storybook, Insect Facts, and Activities (Lets Learn About Bugs and Animals)

by Lauren Davidson

Book Details

Publisher:Sourcebooks, Inc.
Published:2019-09-24
Pages:50
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1641525258

Reading Info

Age Range:3-5

About This Book

Crawl into the wonderful world of bugsβ€”a fun photographic adventure for kids ages 3 to 5 Take your child on an educational adventure bursting with the kinds of colorful photographs you need in bug books for kids. The Backyard Bug Book for Kids has everything you’d want in bug books for kids: a story, pictures, and activities combined. Introduce your little one to the types of bugs they’re likely to see during their day, then help them remember what they’ve learned with fun, on-the-page challenge

Our Review

This photographic journey invites young naturalists to explore the miniature world of insects right outside their door, transforming everyday bugs into captivating creatures through vibrant, up-close images. Children will encounter familiar backyard visitors like ladybugs and ants alongside more exotic six-legged specimens, all presented in a narrative format that blends storytelling with factual information. The book cleverly organizes these encounters by habitat and behavior, helping preschoolers understand where different insects live and how they move through their environment. This approach makes the content both engaging and educational, providing a solid foundation in basic entomology for curious young minds.

What sets this nature book apart is its interactive element, challenging children to apply their new knowledge through simple activities woven directly into the reading experience. The combination of real bug photography with hands-on engagement helps reinforce learning and keeps little hands busy, making it ideal for children who learn best through multiple senses. Parents will appreciate how this field guide-style book encourages observation skills and scientific thinking without feeling like a textbook. Young explorers will finish this adventure with sharper eyes for the tiny wonders crawling through their own backyard, seeing the world around them with fresh curiosity and understanding.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction