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Bugs & Insects Poetry
Explore poetry books about bugs & insects for children.
43 books
My First Book of Nature #2
Wriggle and Buzz: My First Book of Bugs
Simon Mole
For the child who loves to marvel at garden tiny-beasts, these energetic poems celebrate the surprising, icky, and essen
Ages 5–9
Nasty Bugs
Lee Bennett Hopkins
For the child who is fascinated by things that bite, sting, and creep, this anthology of mischievous poems explores the
Ages 6–9
Step Gently Out #8
The Mighty Pollinators
Helen Frost
For the child who marvels at tiny garden visitors, this poetic journey uses breathtaking photography to reveal how small
Ages 4–8
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The Tree That Time Built: A Celebration of Nature, Science, and Imagination
Mary Ann Hoberman, Linda Winston
For the child who asks how life began or wonders what dinosaurs really felt like, this stunning poetry collection blends
Ages 8–12
Animal Poetry #6
At the Pond
David Elliott
For the curious child who finds magic in the backyard, these gentle poems reveal the hidden lives of animals from dawn t
Ages 3–7
The Story Goes On
Aileen Fisher
For the child marveling at a garden or questioning how things grow, this lyrical book of verse explores the beautiful, n
Ages 4–8
Animal Poetry #9
At the Edge
David Elliott
For the curious child who marvels at nature's oddities, this witty collection of poems explores rare animals living in t
Ages 4–9
Sing a Song of Seasons
Fiona Waters
Wake up to a new nature poem for every single day of the year. This collection captures the changing seasons through the
Ages 3–12
The Tighty Whitey Spider: And More Wacky Animal Poems I Totally Made Up
Kenn Nesbitt
Ever seen a dog play invisible frisbee or a hippo sandwich? These zany poems celebrate the funniest and most bizarre ani
Ages 7–12
Flower Fairies
Flower Fairies of the Summer
Cicely Mary Barker
Delicate watercolor illustrations and gentle verses bring the hidden spirits of summer wildflowers and garden blossoms t
Ages 3–8
Whose House?
H. A. Rey
For the curious toddler who loves to explore the world around them. Discover where animals sleep and play through playfu
Ages 0–3
My Beautiful Garden
Joice Nababan
For the child who loves exploring the backyard, this collection of gentle poems celebrates the simple magic found among
Ages 2–6
Colorful Tex
The Sweet Scent of Honey Float Through The Air
Colorful Tex
For the child who finds magic in the quiet details of the world around them. This collection of nature poetry nurtures a
Ages 4–10
Old Elm Speaks: Tree Poems
Kristine O'Connell George
Simple poems capture the quiet spirit of trees as they grow and change through the turning seasons.
Ages 6–10
Halfway to Your House
Charlotte Pomerantz
Rhythmic short verses capture the quiet beauty of the natural world and the cozy, familiar feelings of being safe at hom
Ages 3–7
Counting in Dog Years and Other Sassy Math Poems
Betsy Franco
Multiplying mice and stinky scales fill this playground of math poems where witty robots help make geometry, fractions,
Ages 6–10
Joyful Noise: Poems for Two Voices
Paul Fleischman
For two siblings or friends looking for a unique way to play together, these rhythmic poems bring the sounds and secrets
Ages 8–12
A First Book of Nature #2
Song of the Wild
Nicola Davies
From the massive blue whale to a tiny bumblebee bat, these lyrical poems capture the fascinating diversity of animals ac
Ages 5–9
Behold Our Magical Garden
Allan Wolf
For children curious about the life in their own backyard, this poetic guide explores the teamwork and science behind gr
Ages 5–9
Jumpety-bumpety Hop: A Parade of Animal Poems
Kay Chorao
A rhythmic parade of animals hops and jumps through these classic verses from celebrated English and American poets.
Ages 3–7
If Not for the Cat
Jack Prelutsky
Short, elegant poems capture the essence of different animals, offering a quiet and clever look at the natural world.
Ages 4–8
Never Say Ugh to a Bug
Norma Farber
From slimy slugs to buzzy flies, these twenty playful poems offer a whimsical closer look at the tiny creatures crawling
Ages 4–8
Barry The Brave Cat
Amanda Allison
For the little one who feels small in the face of creepy-crawlies, Barry the cat models how to find courage when somethi
Ages 3–7
Fireflies at Midnight
Marilyn Singer
For the child who loves to wonder about the hidden lives of animals, this rhythmic collection brings the sights and soun
Ages 4–8
More Formats for Bugs & Insects
Chapter Books
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Picture Books
(103)
Early Readers
(66)
Graphic Novels
(44)
Middle Grade
(18)
Young Adult
(16)
Bugs & Insects by Age Group
Bugs & Insects Books for Ages 0–3
(757)
Bugs & Insects Books for Ages 12–18
(329)
Bugs & Insects Books for Ages 4–7
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Bugs & Insects Books for Ages 8–11
(1408)
