A Beetle Is Shy

Dianna Hutts Aston, Sylvia Long

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Hardie Grant Books
19 July 2023

Children's & Educational; Wildlife (Children's&YA)

From the acclaimed duo Dianna Hutts Aston and Sylvia Long, creators of An Egg Is Quiet, A Seed Is Sleepy, and A Rock Is Lively, this beautiful paperback edition of A Beetle Is Shy is here to open a world of wonders to a new audience of young readers. From flea beetles to bombardier beetles, an incredible variety of these beloved bugs are showcased here in all their splendor.

Poetic in voice and elegant in design, this carefully researched book is sure to inspire lively questions and spark the imaginations of young readers. This beautiful volume will be equally at home being read to a child on a parent’s lap as it is in a classroom reading circle.

By: Dianna Hutts Aston
Illustrated by: Sylvia Long
Imprint: Hardie Grant Books
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 279mm, Width: 229mm,
ISBN: 9781797215877
ISBN 10: 1797215876
Pages: 40
Publication Date: 19 July 2023
Recommended Age: From 5 to 8 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dianna Hutts Aston has written many bestselling children's books inspired by her awe for the wonders of nature. She lives in the Texas Hill Country, where she is a student of wildflower seed harvesting and viticulture, a caregiver, and a chauffeur. Sylvia Long is the illustrator of many award-winning books for children that have sold more than 2.5 million copies. Her detailed paintings are inspired by her love of animals and the outdoors. She lives in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Reviews for A Beetle Is Shy

A sparkling homage to a diverse category of insect.-Publishers Weekly, starred review Children and adults will love this beautiful and fascinating book.-School Library Journal This delightful book promotes a sense of wonder about a group of little creatures with whom we share this Earth.--Science Magazine