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How to Be a Dragonfly (in Association with the Royal Entomological Society) - (How to Be a Bug) by  DK (Paperback) - 1 of 1

How to Be a Dragonfly (in Association with the Royal Entomological Society) - (How to Be a Bug) by DK (Paperback)

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  • Shrink to the size of a garden bug and enter the world of dragonflies in this first graphic novel for children.
  • 4-8 Years
  • 9.0" x 7.2" Paperback
  • 64 Pages
  • Juvenile Nonfiction, Animals
  • Series Name: How to Be a Bug

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About the Book



"Visit a pond where a tiny egg is about the hatch. Inside is a bold adventurer--a dragonfly destined to become a powerful hunter. Follow nifty nymph chase as he learns how to navigate dragonfly life in this fun graphic novel, with plenty of need-to-know facts and tips for wannabe dragonflies"--



Book Synopsis



Shrink to the size of a garden bug and enter the world of dragonflies in this first graphic novel for children.

This graphic novel of garden life, made in collaboration with the Royal Entomological Society, is a perfect introduction to dragonflies for bug-obsessed little ones aged 5-7.

Follow a newly hatched dragonfly as he learns to navigate pond life and meet plenty of fascinating bug characters along the way, in this first graphic novel. Narrated by a wise old grasshopper, offering tips and tricks on how to be a dragonfly and featuring laugh-out-loud moments, this tale of pond life is a perfect introduction to dragonflies for bug-obsessed kids.

This bug book for children offers:

  • A graphic novel format to engage children in nonfiction topics.
  • Content made in partnership with the Royal Entomological Society, providing scientific information about insects.
  • An engaging story about a newly hatched dragonfly as he learns how to navigate pond life.

Chase thinks he'll stay a nymph forever. And it's not a bad life, in the pond he calls home. He's mastered the art of jet propulsion, how many insects can say that? But still, it would be quite fun to be one of those big, shining blue and green dragonflies flying overhead, chasing one another and making daring escapes from birds. Learn all about his exciting life in How to be a Dragonfly.

More in the series

Learn all about insects through a fun and engaging graphic novel format in this series made in collaboration with the Royal Entomological Society. If you enjoyed How to be a Dragonfly, why not follow the life of a ladybug with How to be a Ladybug?



About the Author



Laura Knowles is the author of several children's books, including It Starts with a Seed, which won the 2017 Margaret Mallett Award for Children's Non-fiction.

Steven Wood has illustrated for PRH, Scholastic, and more. His focus is always on the characters that bring life and movement to the picture.

Dimensions (Overall): 9.0 Inches (H) x 7.2 Inches (W) x .4 Inches (D)
Weight: .6 Pounds
Suggested Age: 4-8 Years
Number of Pages: 64
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Sub-Genre: Animals
Series Title: How to Be a Bug
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Theme: Insects, Spiders, etc.
Format: Paperback
Author: DK
Language: English
Street Date: October 14, 2025
TCIN: 94582097
UPC: 9780593971895
Item Number (DPCI): 247-39-3220
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.4 inches length x 7.2 inches width x 9 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.6 pounds
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