Book Series · 4 Books

The Bug Diaries Books

In order from Diary of a Spider to Diary of a Worm: Teacher's Pet.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1248

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1996

Diary of a Spider

By Doreen Cronin, Harry Bliss (Illustrator)

A spider's diary reveals a world of sticky webs and unexpected friendships.

32 pages· 659 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

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Summary: Peek into the whimsical world of a spider who juggles school, web-spinning, and wind-catching lessons. With his best friend, a fly, by his side, this eight-legged charmer navigates the ups and downs of his unique life. Discover how ordinary days turn extraordinary in this delightful diary filled with humor and heart. What adventures await in the webbed world of this unlikely duo?

The complete set

The Bug Diaries Series

4 books · Published 1996–2013

Sale price

$1248

Diary of a Spider

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1996

A spider's diary reveals a world of sticky webs and unexpected friendships.

Sale price

$1248

Diary of a Fly

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1996

A tiny fly dreams of becoming a superhero despite her size.

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$1899

Diary of a Worm

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2003

A worm's diary reveals a world where homework is edible and baths are optional.

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$574

Diary of a Worm: Teacher's Pet

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2013

Worm and friends search for the perfect birthday gift for their teacher.

From the same world

In-Universe Books

1 book · Published 2014

Sale price

$474

Nat the Gnat

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

Worm must find the missing class pet before anyone notices.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Bug Diaries series?

There are 4 books in the Bug Diaries series. It began with Diary of a Spider in 1996, and the newest book, Diary of a Worm: Teacher's Pet, was published in 2013.