Washoe County Library System

"Most North Americans would rather squish a bug than eat it. But mopane worms are a tasty snack in Zimbabwe, baby bees are eaten right out of the can in Japan, and grasshopper tacos are popular in Mexico. More than one-fourth of the world’s population eats insects--a practice called entomophagy. 'Bugs for Breakfast' helps middle-grade readers understand the role insects fill in feeding people around the world"--

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, diet, and distribution of stick insects.

Describes a variety of insects and their behavior, discussing metamorphosis, camouflage, defenses, and their benefits to people.

Cool facts about insects, our creepy, crawly, useful, and essential neighbors.

An illustrated introduction to a variety of beetle species with information on unique characteristics and how these insects have adapted to survive.

Discusses the tiniest, hungriest and most dangerous spiders and insects in the world, using clear text and detailed illustrations.

"A basic introduction to beetles, examining where they live, how they grow, what they eat, and the unique traits that help to define them, such as their ability to make sounds or glow"--Provided by publisher.

Presents visual depictions of insect group names, including a loveliness of ladybirds, a ghost of gnats, and a venom of spiders.

A visual guide to the natural science of insects which includes information on the ten most common orders, pollination, and life-cycles; also works as a field guide.

Learn about the wide variety of dishes--from fried spiders to scorpion soup--that are cooked and eaten by people from different cultures all around the globe. Features large, eye-popping photos, a colorful map, and fascinating fact boxes on every two-page spread.