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Ingenious Insects

By Sarah Allen
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Step through the seasons with some of Australia's most interesting insects. Say hello to chirping cicadas, flashing fireflies, sneaky stick insects, and burrowing bees in this adorable introduction to our unique and charming bug life. Ingenious Insects by Sarah Allen invites readers into the fascinating world... Read More
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Step through the seasons in this charming introduction to the bug life of Australia from the creator of Busy Beaks and Jumping Joeys.

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Step through the seasons with some of Australia's most interesting insects. Say hello to chirping cicadas, flashing fireflies, sneaky stick insects, and burrowing bees in this adorable introduction to our unique and charming bug life.

Ingenious Insects by Sarah Allen invites readers into the fascinating world of Australian insects, offering a delightful exploration for both the young and curious.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781923022003

Publisher: Affirm Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 June 2024

Country: Australia

Imprint: Affirm Kids

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Sarah Allen is an illustrator and designer based in Victoria, Australia.

The natural world is her biggest inspiration. Through her art, she hopes to share her love of this beautiful planet, with a special focus on Australian flora and fauna.

Her first book with Affirm Press, Busy Beaks, was shortlisted for the CBCA Early Childhood Books 2021.

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