High-detail, lifelike illustrations and simple, clear descriptions introduce aspiring young naturalists to the diverse world of insects, sharing informative facts about how they live almost everywhere, what they eat and how they move. Illustrations. - (Baker & Taylor)
High-detail, lifelike illustrations and simple, clear descriptions introduce aspiring young naturalists to the diverse world of insects, sharing informative facts about how they live almost everywhere, what they eat and how they move. - (Baker & Taylor)
Attention little bug buffs: Get a first glimpse into the natural world of insects!
This attractive board book will introduce little insect hounds to basic facts about bugs—from beetles and butterflies to silverfish and moths—while realistic, detailed watercolor art from noted wildlife illustrator John Sill brings this diverse group of animals to life.
Simple and clear descriptions of how insects look, where they live, what they eat, and how they move make this third title in the Discovering Nature series a dependable and informative beginning resource on insects and the wonders of the natural world. - (Random House, Inc.)
Cathryn Sill, a graduate of Western Carolina University, was an elementary school teacher for thirty years. She is the author of more than twenty-five prize-winning nonfiction picture books about animals and habitats. She has created three nature series especially for pre-K and kindergarten students. She lives in North Carolina.
John Sill holds a BS in wildlife biology from North Carolina State University. Combining his knowledge of wildlife and artistic skill, John has achieved an impressive reputation as a wildlife artist and received many awards. He has illustrated more than twenty-five books in the About... and About Habitats series. He lives in North Carolina. - (Random House, Inc.)
Kirkus Reviews
Intrigue young naturalists with basic facts about 18 insects distilled from the Sills' About Insects (2000), for a somewhat older audience. Each insect, pictured in its natural habitat, is described by a single line of text printed within a contrasting color band across the bottom of the page. The common name of the depicted insect is in a tiny italicized font below its picture. Simple declarative sentences describe attributes all insects share: six legs, three body parts, hatched from eggs, antennae. Twelve sentences start with "Some insects…" and describe characteristics that not all insects have. Often, contrasting attributes are juxtaposed on facing pages. For example, "Some insects are pests. / Some insects are helpful" below pictures of cockroaches and honeybees, respectively. In most cases, the single line of text and scientifically accurate watercolor illustrations with flora and fauna drawn to insect scale provide just enough information for young children. A couple of statements will prompt questions; adults may find themselves searching the internet for accurate answers to curious children's questions. For example, "Insects live almost everywhere" is paired with a painting of silverfish on a stack of old books. Similarly, "Some insects get food from animals" below a picture of a horse fly near a horse's eye begs for clarification. Still, facts and detailed pictures make the final sentence spread across two pages almost irrefutable: "It is important to protect insects…and the places where they live." A good beginning for nature appreciation. (Board book. 2-4) Copyright Kirkus 2021 Kirkus/BPI Communications. All rights reserved.
