My Stinky Summer by S. Bug

By Paul Meisel

Part of the A Nature Diary series

Discover the smelly secrets of a stinkbug's life and its role in a fragile ecosystem.

3.7/5 Goodreads · 145 ratings

40 pages· 474 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Step into the world of S. Bug, a stinkbug navigating life with a powerful odor that both protects and isolates. Through diary entries, explore his journey from birth, facing the constant cry of "Ew! Stinkbug!" and the challenges of a disrupted ecosystem. With vibrant illustrations, this tale offers a humorous yet insightful look at nature's balance and the life cycle of a misunderstood insect. Will S. Bug find acceptance in a world that shuns his scent? Dive into this engaging story to find out.

From the publisher

Hilarious and scientifically accurate, this Nature Diary gives readers a bug’s-eye-view of the life cycle of a stinkbug.

Told in diary form, My Stinky Summer by S. Bug introduces readers to the stinkbug’s life cycle and survival habits.

From the day he is born, S. Bug hears the same refrain–“Ew! Stinkbug!” The stinkbug’s odor is powerful protection against from predators. Perhaps too powerful. Readers will also learn about the challenges that arise when an ecosystem is pushed off-balance.

Children will love poring over the bright, highly detailed illustrations and pondering ideas about ecosystems and nature.

The book includes a glossary and further information in the back of the book. Both art and text have been vetted for accuracy by an expert.

A Junior Library Guild Selection!

Don’t miss the other hilarious entries in The Nature Diary Series!

Each one explores the life cycle of an animal in dated journal entries, showing young readers how they grow and change through the seasons– and offering a few laughs, too! Brightly illustrated and vetted by experts, Paul Meisel’s books are a perfect introduction to your backyard neighbors.

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