The Life Cycle of the Cicada

Reach for this book when your child starts asking questions about the loud, rhythmic buzzing in the trees or discovers a mysterious brown shell clinging to a fence post. It is an ideal resource for the curious observer who is beginning to notice the seasonal shifts in nature. The book provides a clear, factual introduction to the cicada's entire life cycle, including their subterranean beginnings, their unique anatomy, and their diet. While primarily a science text, the book subtly explores themes of patience and transformation as it describes the years cicadas spend waiting underground. Scholastic has designed this for the 7 to 11 age range, using detailed illustrations and accessible language to make complex biological processes understandable. It is a perfect choice for encouraging a child's natural wonder about the small, often unseen creatures that share our backyard habitat.