PERHAPS A GIFT VOUCHER FOR MUM?: MOTHER'S DAY
ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- Birds are easier for me than insects - afterall there are at least 25 000 insects as opposed to about 800 birds! - but this compact introduction to insects won me over when it had a picture of the large unknown moth I saw on a city building one day (a Vine Hawk Moth). It is very easy to use, and though it can't obviously cover every insect, it does cover examples from all the major families. Clean crisp photographs, common and scientific names, a paragraph that gives the basic facts - features, distribution, size. A neat pocket-sized book that will cater to the fascination of budding entomologists! Lindy
Get to know the fascinating world of insects with this fabulous introductory book on bugs which is ideal for children, and also for adults who are new to this popular subject. 'Find That Bug' combines clear colour photos of each creepy crawly with concise text that covers essential information such as size, when and where to find them, favoured habitat and any key markings in short everything you need to know. A feature that makes this book unique is that there is a tick box next to every insect name, allowing the reader to keep track of the various bugs they have seen, compare notes with friends, or even start a competition to see who has seen the most. The short introduction offers useful tips and advice for the beginner bug enthusiast, while the bulk of the book is made up of the species and family accounts. These are arranged four to a spread and include representatives of all the families that typify the buglife of Australia, from beetles and grasshoppers to butterflies and dragonflies. As well as the adult insects, some of the earlier stages in the insect lifecycle, such as caterpillars, are also included. 'Find That Bug' covers more than 175 insects in total, is packed with nearly 200 colour photographs and offers excellent value for money for anyone, young or old, beginning their bugwatching journey. The book is a handy size for slipping into a pocket or bag for days out exploring. And together with its sister title Find That Bird it forms a brand new series that will inspire newcomers to explore the wonders of the natural world.
ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- Birds are easier for me than insects - afterall there are at least 25 000 insects as opposed to about 800 birds! - but this compact introduction to insects won me over when it had a picture of the large unknown moth I saw on a city building one day (a Vine Hawk Moth). It is very easy to use, and though it can't obviously cover every insect, it does cover examples from all the major families. Clean crisp photographs, common and scientific names, a paragraph that gives the basic facts - features, distribution, size. A neat pocket-sized book that will cater to the fascination of budding entomologists! Lindy
Magic Mixies Mixlings
Activity Bag (Moose)
Paperback
$6.99
Not in-store but you can order this
