Bug Power - by Stephanie A Dole (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Superpowers aren't just for the movies! Take a closer look at the extraordinary abilities of 20 different bugs and discover how humans have harnessed them for our own technologies and inventions.

What can freeze solid and come back to life? Glow in the dark? Grow their own armor? If you think these superpowers only exist in comic books and action movies, then think again! The real world is filled with bugs that have amazing abilities. In this fascinating book, readers ages 8-12 will learn about these incredible bug powers and more, including how bugs have directly inspired human inventions, such as tough armor, tiny drones and robots, and heatless lights.

Written by a real entomologist with art from Mark Simmons, Bug Power features:

• 20 bugs and their superpowers
• Fascinating photos and comic-style illustrations of the bug in action
• Zoomed-in diagrams of the mechanisms behind bugs' amazing abilities

Review Quotes

Body armor, invisibility, and web slinging are not just for superheroes ... An appealing format for comic fans, reluctant readers, and budding entomologists alike.

--Booklist

This book is full of photos, facts, and some gross yet fascinating knowledge about various creepy-crawly creatures that inhabit the Earth ... Overall the book is accessible, engaging, and pleasing to flip through even just for the photos and factoids.

--School Library Journal

Bug Power amazes, fascinates, and inspires in ways the average 'bug book' does not. The artwork blends fictional comic book action with factual detail, and the text is equally dynamic. I would recommend this book to readers of any age.--Eric R. Eaton, author of Bugwatching

Merges superhero action with bug brilliance--a fascinating way to connect to the wonderful world of insects!--Maynard Okereke, author of Zombie Spiders and Asteroid Blasters

About the Author

Stephanie A. Dole, PhD, known as the Beetlelady, is an entomologist who captivates audiences of all ages with her enthusiasm and knowledge of insects. She brings the world of bugs to life through engaging, hands-on educational classes and experiences, including a Pop-Up Bug Museum. She teaches programs throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond at libraries, schools, and community events.