Bugs: A Skittery, Jittery History

Bugs: A Skittery, Jittery History is a nonfiction picture book that explores the history of bugs and their prehistoric predecessors, featuring colorful illustrations and detailed research. It introduces readers to various insects, their skills, and their place in the world.

Format: Hardback
Length: 80 pages
Publication date: 14 March 2024
Publisher: Abrams

Bugs: A Skittery, Jittery History is an expansive and captivating nonfiction picture book, serving as a companion to Sharks: A Mighty Bite-y History, which delves into the fascinating world of bugs and their prehistoric predecessors. Insects, among the oldest creatures on Earth, have a rich evolutionary history, predating the emergence of other land animals alongside ferns and trees. This epic survey spans from the earliest appearances of bugs in the Paleozoic era to the present day.

Throughout the journey, readers will encounter a diverse range of insects from different historical periods, including the iconic trilobite during the Cambrian explosion and the more familiar termite. The text delves into the remarkable skills exhibited by insects, such as camouflage, communication, metamorphosis, and many more. Additionally, a "bug hall of fame" showcases the smallest, largest, fastest, and cutest bugs of today, adding an extra layer of excitement to the reading experience.

Illustrated with lush and vibrant artwork by Gordy Wright and meticulously researched by author Miriam Forster, Bugs: A Skittery, Jittery History is a captivating masterpiece that will enthrall bug enthusiasts, science enthusiasts, and anyone with a thirst for discovering the wonders of the natural world.

Dimension: 267 x 368 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781419761133