Books About Insects And Arachnids

The Best Insects And Arachnids Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about insects and arachnids? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 2 Favorite Books About Insects And Arachnids

The Chameleon Attack
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2015

The Chameleon Attack

By Jack Patton · Book #4 in the Battle Bugs series

A boy returns to an island of giant bugs to defend their new fortress from a lizard siege.

128 pages· 11,229 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.5 Goodreads · 101 ratings
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Summary: An eerie glow from Max Darwin's insect encyclopedia calls him back to Bug Island, where Commander Barton needs his help building a watchtower fortress. Soon chameleons and geckos lay siege to the cliffs around the new camp, determined to destroy the fortress and take over Bug Island for good. Max must help the bugs hold their ground.
Feasting Bedbugs, Mites, and Ticks
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2010

Feasting Bedbugs, Mites, and Ticks

Discover the hidden world of tiny pests that invade our lives.

32 pages· 5,003 words· Est. 42 min read
4.0 Goodreads · 4 ratings
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Summary: Explore the unsettling realm of bedbugs, mites, and ticks that secretly inhabit our homes and bodies. Uncover their life cycles, the diseases they spread, and how to defend against these unseen invaders. Vivid imagery and intriguing facts reveal the truth behind the creepy sensation of crawling skin. Delve into the origins of the phrase 'sleep tight and don’t let the bedbugs bite,' and learn how these minuscule creatures impact our daily lives. Are you ready to face the microscopic menace lurking in the shadows?