13 Ways to Eat a Fly

Written by Sue Heavenrich · Illustrated by David Clark

Watch as thirteen flies vanish, one by one, in a hilarious predator-prey countdown.

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32 pages· 747 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· 930L

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Bookroo's summary

In a quirky twist on counting, thirteen flies meet their fate as they buzz through a world of hungry predators. Each fly's disappearance is a lesson in subtraction and science, wrapped in humor and a touch of the grotesque. From being zapped to zombified, the flies' journey is both educational and entertaining. Dive into this STEM adventure and discover the surprising nutritional value of these tiny creatures. Will any flies survive the swarm's perilous path?

From the publisher

Thirteen flies become tasty snacks in this clever reverse counting book about subtraction, predators, and prey. Science meets subtraction in this fresh and funny STEM picture book with plenty of ewww factor to please young readers. A swarm of thirteen flies buzzes along, losing one member to each predator along the way. Whether the unfortunate insects are zapped or wrapped, liquefied or zombified, the science is real–and hilariously gross. Includes a guide to eating bugs, complete with nutritional information for a single serving of flies.

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