Steve the Dung Beetle: On a Roll

Written by Susan R. Stoltz · Illustrated by Melissa Bailey

Why is a dung beetle rolling a ball of poo across the savannah?

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40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Join Steve the Dung Beetle on a quirky journey across the savannah as he rolls a ball of poo, puzzling his animal friends. Discover how Steve's peculiar task is crucial for the environment and learn fascinating facts about ecosystems. As Steve encounters elephants, giraffes, and warthogs, he reveals the surprising importance of his work. This engaging tale blends humor with education, encouraging kids to appreciate nature and conservation. With captivating illustrations and fun facts, this adventure is perfect for young readers eager to explore the wonders of wildlife.

From the publisher

Steve The Dung Beetle: On A Roll gives kids a first glimpse at ecosystems and conservation. We hear a lot in the media today about ecology, environment, and wildlife. However, with all the concern and drama over conservation and collapsing ecosystems few people actually know what it means and nobody has a viable or practical suggestion on how to fix it. While Steve can’t fix everything he works really hard to manage what he can. His small steps help make the biggest difference to all the animals on the savannah. In the back of the book zookeepers write about dung beetles and some of Steve’s other animal friends so learning can continue at a level the entire family will enjoy. Steve is a fun and engaging story with captivating artwork, promotes active involvement on each page, and instills critical thinking and an appreciation for nature and wildlife.

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