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An Anthology of Remarkable Bugs

Hardcover
8.75"W x 11.13"H x 1.19"D   | 48 oz | 10 per carton
On sale Sep 09, 2025 | 224 Pages | 9780593971758
Age 7-9 years

Zoom in on the miniature world of insects with expert author Dr Jess French and discover some of the most amazing bugs on our planet.

The eighth book in the bestselling Children’s Anthologies series, An Anthology of Remarkable Bugs explores some of the most amazing bugs on our planet.

Children aged 7-9 can marvel at the perfectly camouflaged leaf insect that sways in the breeze and the ogre-faced spider that catches its prey in a net, in this impressive collection that showcases more than 90 of the world's most remarkable bugs.

This impressive bug anthology for kids offers:
  • A wide selection of insects featured throughout, each accompanied by a beautiful photograph and an illustration.
  • The 8th book in the bestselling Children’s Anthologies series, selling more than130,000 copies in the US.
  • A quality gift book, with metallic foil all over, a ribbon and striking photographs on every page.

An Anthology of Remarkable Bugs pairs photography with storybook descriptions that will captivate young readers, whether it's finding out about bees and beetles or stick insects and spiders. Features on metamorphosis, eggs, camouflage and other key topics explore the enormous variety of invertebrate adaptations. There is also a visual index packed with reference information, including the size and range of each species.

More in the series

Anthology of Exquisite Bugs is part of the beautiful and informative Children’s Anthology series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore the natural world with The Wonders of Nature, let them walk with the dinosaurs in Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life, explore the incredible ecosystems and geology of our planet with Earth, or dive into the deep with An Anthology of Aquatic Life.
Dr Jess French is a keen conservationist, TV presenter, author, and qualified vet. She is known for her show on CBeebies, called "Minibeast Adventure with Jess". She has written eight books for DK: The Book of Brilliant Bugs, Earth's Incredible Oceans, What a Waste, Protect the Planet, It's a Wonderful World, Pets and their People, The Animal Body Book, and An Anthology of Remarkable Bugs. Jess is keen to explore the wonderful diversity of nature, the importance of protecting our planet, and how taking little actions today will make a big difference to the future. View titles by Jess French
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About

Zoom in on the miniature world of insects with expert author Dr Jess French and discover some of the most amazing bugs on our planet.

The eighth book in the bestselling Children’s Anthologies series, An Anthology of Remarkable Bugs explores some of the most amazing bugs on our planet.

Children aged 7-9 can marvel at the perfectly camouflaged leaf insect that sways in the breeze and the ogre-faced spider that catches its prey in a net, in this impressive collection that showcases more than 90 of the world's most remarkable bugs.

This impressive bug anthology for kids offers:
  • A wide selection of insects featured throughout, each accompanied by a beautiful photograph and an illustration.
  • The 8th book in the bestselling Children’s Anthologies series, selling more than130,000 copies in the US.
  • A quality gift book, with metallic foil all over, a ribbon and striking photographs on every page.

An Anthology of Remarkable Bugs pairs photography with storybook descriptions that will captivate young readers, whether it's finding out about bees and beetles or stick insects and spiders. Features on metamorphosis, eggs, camouflage and other key topics explore the enormous variety of invertebrate adaptations. There is also a visual index packed with reference information, including the size and range of each species.

More in the series

Anthology of Exquisite Bugs is part of the beautiful and informative Children’s Anthology series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore the natural world with The Wonders of Nature, let them walk with the dinosaurs in Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life, explore the incredible ecosystems and geology of our planet with Earth, or dive into the deep with An Anthology of Aquatic Life.

Creators

Dr Jess French is a keen conservationist, TV presenter, author, and qualified vet. She is known for her show on CBeebies, called "Minibeast Adventure with Jess". She has written eight books for DK: The Book of Brilliant Bugs, Earth's Incredible Oceans, What a Waste, Protect the Planet, It's a Wonderful World, Pets and their People, The Animal Body Book, and An Anthology of Remarkable Bugs. Jess is keen to explore the wonderful diversity of nature, the importance of protecting our planet, and how taking little actions today will make a big difference to the future. View titles by Jess French

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