Meet the Malevolent Mimic, who wickedly disguises itself as a harmless pink orchid only to shred unsuspecting butterflies, or the Great Glue Shooter, who can blast a smelly glue from its face.
- Presents insects as superheroes and supervillains who excel in head-to-head combat, astounding weapons, and extraordinary skills
- All facts are equally real and amazing
- Written by award-winning nonfiction author Kate Messner
Insect Superpowers is the perfect pick for young entomologists, reluctant readers, and any kid who has ever been equally grossed out and fascinated by a bug.
This thrilling look at insects will entertain and educate readers ages 8 to 12 years old, as well as the adults that read with them.
- A wonderful gift for teachers, librarians, and Common Core educators who are looking to teach about insects in a fresh and exciting way
- Perfect for parents and caregivers of science, nature, and bug-obsessed kids
- Great for fans of comic books, superheroes, and graphic novels, as well as reads like Bugs A to Z by Caroline Lawton, Ultimate Bugopedia: The Most Complete Bug Reference Ever by Darlyne Murawski and Nancy Honovich, and Atlas of Animal Adventures by Rachel Williams and Emily Hawkins
Jillian Nickell is a freelance illustrator, screen printer, and teacher living in Chicago, Illinois. Her work has been included in the Society of Illustrators' Illustrators 52 and Illustrators 55 award shows and book publications.