Insects & Bugs for Kids: An Introduction to Entomology Spiral-Bound | May 25, 2021

Jaret C. Daniels

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This children’s guide to insects and bugs includes an introduction to entomology and an identification section of common and important bugs to know.

Catch all the buzz about bugs with this children’s guide that includes an introduction to entomology and an insect identification section.

Kids love the thrill of discovery—especially when it comes to bugs. Become a young entomologist. Learn all about bees, butterflies, spiders, and other creepy crawlies. Jaret C. Daniels, author of many bug books, presents a kids’ introduction to entomology. From ants and beetles to dragonflies and mosquitoes, this easy-to-understand book is a perfect guide for beginners.

It features expert insights on a variety of common and important insects. It delves into such topics as what the various species eat, how and where to find them, and why they’re important. In the field-guide section, featured species are organized by type of bug. Full-color photographs and descriptions of key markings help readers to identify the species they see in nature.

Inside You’ll Find

  • Beginner’s guide to bugs of the USA and southern Canada
  • The basics of entomology and bug anatomy
  • Identification guide to common and important bugs to know
  • Fun bonus activities for the whole family
Publisher: AdventureKEEN
Original Binding: Trade Paperback
Pages: 128 pages
ISBN-10: 1647551641
Item Weight: 0.22 lbs
Dimensions: 5.0 x 0.3 x 7.0 inches
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Jaret C. Daniels, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Entomology at the University of Florida and Director of the McGuire Center for Lepidoptera and Biodiversity at the Florida Museum of Natural History, specializing in insect ecology and conservation. He has authored numerous scientific papers, popular articles, and books on wildlife conservation, insects, and butterflies, including butterfly field guides for Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas, Ohio, and Michigan. He is also the author of Vibrant Butterflies: Our Favorite Visitors to Flowers and Gardens; Backyard Bugs: An Identification Guide to Common Insects, Spiders, and More; and Our Love of Bees. Jaret currently lives in Gainesville, Florida, with his wife, Stephanie.