Stinkbugs & Other Bugs

Reach for this book when your child comes running from the yard with a look of half-horror and half-fascination after spotting a creepy-crawly. It is the perfect tool for a child who is ready to move past the initial 'ick' factor and start understanding the biological 'why' behind insect behaviors. This guide transforms a backyard encounter into a lesson on adaptation and survival. Through accessible chapters and engaging visuals, the book explores the specialized defense mechanisms of stinkbugs and their peers. It focuses on the curiosity and wonder of the natural world, showing that even the smelliest or scariest-looking bugs have a vital role to play. Ideal for ages 6 to 10, this book turns a moment of outdoor discovery into a foundational science lesson that builds both vocabulary and respect for living things.