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Bompa's Insect Expedition
Series: David Suzuki Institute
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Age range 4 to 8
Let's go on an insect expedition for kids ages 4 to 8! This adventure into the extraordinary world of bugs is inspired by David Suzuki's adventures with his own grandkids.
It's time for the twins to go on a nature expedition with Bompa. What marvellous place will they explore this time? Tidepools at the sea? The pond full of frogs' eggs? Maybe deep in the forest? But to their disappointment, they are just exploring outside the door. Yet, as they begin to search for insects, they find world-champion flyers, eaters, and weightlifters. And more tiny surprises at every turn!
With their Bompa at their side, they find a way to recognise the amazing feats and important role of all insects... even the annoying ones! Featuring gorgeous art by Qin Leng, this picture book is a lush, colourful tour through a world we too often overlook.
This exciting and educational tribute to bugs features:
- Amazing facts about insects, including backmatter pages
- Information on how kids can help bugs thrive
- A celebration of grandparents: depicts the fun two children have with their grandfather
After reading Bompa's Insect Expedition, kids will come away understanding how essential bugs are to our world.
Published in Partnership with the David Suzuki Institute.
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Bompa's Insect Expedition has been widely praised for captivating children with its fascinating insect facts and enchanting them with its beautiful illustrations. Reviewers highlight its ability to combine family warmth and enthusiasm for nature exploration, offering young readers complex insights into the natural world. The book is lauded for encouraging children to explore and appreciate the extraordinary in everyday nature, making it an educational yet fun read.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781771648820
Publisher: Greystone Books,Canada
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 21 September 2023
Country: Canada
Imprint: Greystone Books,Canada
Illustration: Illustrations
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Qin Leng
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 228.0mm
Height: 241.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 48
About the Author
David Suzuki is an internationally renowned scientist and environmentalist who has made it his life's work to help humanity understand, appreciate, respect, and protect nature. He is the co-founder of the David Suzuki Foundation and the author of more than fifty books. He is a father of five and grandfather of ten, including twins Nakina and Kaoru. He lives in Vancouver.
Tanya Lloyd Kyi is the author of more than 30 books for children and young adults. Tanya's most recent books include What Will I Discover?, Our Green City, and Better Connected (written with her daughter, Julia Kyi). She lives in Vancouver, and teaches for the University of British Columbia's School of Creative Writing.
Qin Leng has illustrated picture books and magazines with publishers around the world. Recent books include her author-illustrator debut I Am Small, and Clover written by Nadine Robert, which received the Governor General's Literary Award for a French Language Illustrated Book. She lives in Toronto.
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