An introduction to the world of butterflies and moths tracing the development of these creatures from the larval stage through the chrysalis stage to their emergence as beautiful winged creatures. The book aims to give young readers an understanding of the role of butterflies and moths in nature.

Die nuutste Ontdek­titel, Ontdek insekte, bied 'n omvattende blik op die aanpasbaarste en talrykste skepsels op die planeet. Hierdie boek gee nuuskierige agies 'n kans om in detail alles oor insekte te leer, met ongelooflike foto's wat daarmee gepaardgaan. Die inhoud dek onder andere die dele van 'n insek, die definisie van 'n insek, die eerste insekte, kewers, vlieë, skoenlappers en motte, wantse, wespe, bye en miere, ander insekte, vyande, insekte in die water, hoe neste gebou word, en vele meer. Die boek sluit af met 'n Het jy geweet?­ afdeling, insekklassifikasie, plekke om te besoek én 'n woordelys. Dit is geskik vir skoolprojekte en om tuis te geniet!

How do Corn crickets produce their high-pitched sounds? Which insect has a forked horn on the front of its head? Where does the small scarlet dragonfly scatter its eggs? Which bug is named after a famous artist?

Children will find the answers to these questions - and many other interesting facts - while enjoying hours of fun colouring in a selection of our most striking insects.

There are more than 40 images to colour in, providing budding artists and young children with enticing snippets of knowledge as they work through the title. In the middle of the title is a gallery of the insects, but this time in colour, giving a clear guide as to which shade of crayon or paint to use when colouring in the outlines on the other pages.

Loathed and feared by many, spiders are some of the least understood, yet most intriguing creatures in the animal world. Using examples of spiders from all over the world, this guide offers an insight into their captivating world.'

Children will be delighted to learn how the bodies of different animals, including frogs, butterflies, and beetles, change as these animals go through their life cycles. Metamorphosis Changing Bodies explains metamorphosis in a step-by-step format that is accompanied by beautiful pictures. Both complete and incomplete metamorphosis are defined and explained. Full-color images and illustrations help show - A butterfly pupa forming a chrysalis around its body - The gradual process of a tadpole growing limbs and losing its tail as it becomes a frog - The underwater life of a dragonfly nymph - Grasshopper eggs buried safely under warm soil Teacher's guide available.