Book Series · 9 Books

Disgusting Critters Books

In order from The Worm to The Mosquito.

The Disgusting Critters series is a set of 9 graphic novels by Elise Gravel, published between 2012 and 2021. Written for ages 6–9, most books run about 30 pages.

The Worm
The Fly
The Rat
The Slug
The Spider
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Worm
Sale price
$674
Book #2 · Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012

The Worm

By Elise Gravel

Discover the slimy secrets of earthworms in a humorous, educational journey.

32 pages· 427 words· Est. 5 min read
$6.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Dive into the quirky world of earthworms, exploring their slimy anatomy, surprising habitats, and ancient history. This humorous yet educational book reveals fascinating facts about these often-overlooked creatures, promising to entertain and enlighten readers of all ages. What secrets do these wriggly wonders hold beneath the soil?
In reading order

Disgusting Critters Series

9 books · Published 2012–2021

#2
The Worm
#2 in Series
Sale price
$674

The Worm

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012

Discover the slimy secrets of earthworms in a humorous, educational journey.

The Fly
Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1049

The Fly

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012

Discover the bizarre life of a housefly, from ceiling walks to revolting meals.

The Rat
Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$574

The Rat

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013

Discover the quirky world of rats, where tails balance and teeth chew through anything.

The Slug
Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$574

The Slug

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2014

Discover the slimy secrets of the land slug in this humorous exploration.

The Spider
Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$674

The Spider

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2015

Discover the quirky world of spiders, where silk becomes a tool and a fashion statement.

The Toad
Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$674

The Toad

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2016

Discover the surprising, gross talents of a toad in this fun, factual adventure.

#6
The Bat
#6 in Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1099

The Bat

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2020

Discover the quirky world of bats, the only flying mammals, through fun facts and illustrations.

The Cockroach
Series
Sale price
$674

The Cockroach

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2021

Discover the quirky world of cockroaches in this fun, fact-filled adventure.

#10
The Mosquito
#10 in Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$574

The Mosquito

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2021

Discover the secrets of the world's most annoying bug in this fun, fact-filled adventure.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Disgusting Critters series?

There are 9 books in the Disgusting Critters series. It began with The Worm in 2012, and the newest book, The Mosquito, was published in 2021.

What order should you read the Disgusting Critters books in?

Start with The Worm and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #9.

What ages are the Disgusting Critters books best for?

The series is best for ages 6–9, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Disgusting Critters to life.

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Elise Gravel

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