Buzz
A child's guide to bugs and bees and how to spot them
Published on 14. May 2026
Book
Hardback
64 pages
978-1-917366-62-5 (ISBN)
Description
Discover 15 bugs with extraordinary abilities, and uncover the secrets of their survival in nature.
Try to spot the Indian stick insect and see how its remarkable camouflage helps it evade predators. Admire the vibrant colours of the monarch butterfly and learn how its wings support an incredible migration. And take a closer look at the emperor dragonfly's compound eyes to see how its vision helps it catch its next meal.
In this new book for children from renowned entomologist Richard 'Bugman' Jones, and illustrated with stunning detail, this book is buzzing with the tiny creatures that make our world thrive.
This book is sure to delight insect lovers aged 7+ and includes:
- 15 chapters on brilliant bugs from around the world and the incredible ways they have adapted to survive.
- A guide on how and where to spot insects
- Fascinating stories and folklore exploring how insects have inspired myths and legends through the ages
- Words from renowned entomologist Richard 'Bugman' Jones, fellow of the Royal Entomological Society and of the Linnean Society of London
- Stunning artwork from bestselling illustrator Sara Boccaccini Meadows
Praise for Buzz:
"Children will enjoy poring over the presented facts and the exquisite -illustrations, and budding entomologists will adore this thought-out and -well-designed book." - School Library Journal
Praise for the series:
Grow: "An exceptionally good-looking volume, full of practical advice" - The Bookseller
Glow: "This book is stunning! It's wonderfully tactile and the illustrations are sumptuous and opulent" - Juno Magazine
Fly: "The song of spring...a fully illustrated collection of more than 150 birds from around the world" - RSPB Magazine
Try to spot the Indian stick insect and see how its remarkable camouflage helps it evade predators. Admire the vibrant colours of the monarch butterfly and learn how its wings support an incredible migration. And take a closer look at the emperor dragonfly's compound eyes to see how its vision helps it catch its next meal.
In this new book for children from renowned entomologist Richard 'Bugman' Jones, and illustrated with stunning detail, this book is buzzing with the tiny creatures that make our world thrive.
This book is sure to delight insect lovers aged 7+ and includes:
- 15 chapters on brilliant bugs from around the world and the incredible ways they have adapted to survive.
- A guide on how and where to spot insects
- Fascinating stories and folklore exploring how insects have inspired myths and legends through the ages
- Words from renowned entomologist Richard 'Bugman' Jones, fellow of the Royal Entomological Society and of the Linnean Society of London
- Stunning artwork from bestselling illustrator Sara Boccaccini Meadows
Praise for Buzz:
"Children will enjoy poring over the presented facts and the exquisite -illustrations, and budding entomologists will adore this thought-out and -well-designed book." - School Library Journal
Praise for the series:
Grow: "An exceptionally good-looking volume, full of practical advice" - The Bookseller
Glow: "This book is stunning! It's wonderfully tactile and the illustrations are sumptuous and opulent" - Juno Magazine
Fly: "The song of spring...a fully illustrated collection of more than 150 birds from around the world" - RSPB Magazine
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 7 to 12 years
Dimensions
Height: 263 mm
Width: 318 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Weight
714 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-917366-62-5 (9781917366625)
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Persons
Richard Jones is a nationally acclaimed entomologist, a fellow of the Royal Entomological Society and of the Linnean Society of London, and past president of the British Entomological and Natural History Society. He has been fascinated by wildlife since a childhood exploring the South Downs and Sussex Weald after plants and insects. He now writes about insects, wildlife and the environment for the likes of BBC Wildlife, Gardeners' World, The Guardian, The Sunday Times and Countryfile and has regular radio appearances on programmes like Radio 4's Home Planet, Natural Histories and Woman's Hour.
Sara Boccaccini Meadows is a print designer and illustrator living in Brooklyn, NY. Originally from the rolling hills of the Peak District in England, she graduated from Leeds College of Art with a 1st class Honours in Textiles and Surface Pattern. Since arriving in the USA almost 10 years ago, she has been splitting her time between working as a textile designer, illustrator and artist. She takes inspiration from nature and the tiny details in everyday life to create unique and quirky print illustrations. Her materials include watercolour, gouache and ink pen. In her spare time, Sara enjoys cycling, hiking and exploring overgrown gardens. She documents a lot of her life and travels in little pocket sketchbooks that have become a valuable source of inspiration for her work.
Sara Boccaccini Meadows is a print designer and illustrator living in Brooklyn, NY. Originally from the rolling hills of the Peak District in England, she graduated from Leeds College of Art with a 1st class Honours in Textiles and Surface Pattern. Since arriving in the USA almost 10 years ago, she has been splitting her time between working as a textile designer, illustrator and artist. She takes inspiration from nature and the tiny details in everyday life to create unique and quirky print illustrations. Her materials include watercolour, gouache and ink pen. In her spare time, Sara enjoys cycling, hiking and exploring overgrown gardens. She documents a lot of her life and travels in little pocket sketchbooks that have become a valuable source of inspiration for her work.