Beetles squeak and beetles glow. Beetles stink, beetles sprint, beetles walk on water. With legs, antennae, horns, beautiful shells, knobs, and other oddities--what's not to like about beetles? The beetle world is vast: one out of every four living things on earth is a beetle. There are over 350,000 different species named so far and scientists suspect there may be as many as a million. From the goliath beetle that weighs one fourth of a pound to the nine inch long titan beetle, award-winning author-illustrator Steve Jenkins presents a fascinating array of these intriguing insects and the many amazing adaptations they have made to survive.

Discover the incredible world of beetles:

Amazing Bug Facts for Kids: Learn why one out of every four animals on Earth is a beetle, from the goliath beetle that weighs a quarter of a pound to the nine-inch-long titan beetle.Stunning Collage Art: Explore the beautiful and bizarre world of beetles through Steve Jenkins's signature torn- and cut-paper illustrations, renowned for their color and texture.Perfect for STEM Learning: A fantastic introduction to biology and entomology that answers kids' biggest questions about how insects survive, adapt, and thrive in their environments.A Perfect Nature Book for Kids: With clear, simple text and fascinating visuals, this book makes learning about the natural world exciting for preschoolers and early elementary students.