The Big Bad Bug
A Minibeast Mini Drama
Published on 9. March 2023
Book
Hardback
32 pages
978-1-5290-8540-2 (ISBN)
Description
A richly colourful minibeast drama from the multi-award-winning creator of One Fox: A Counting Book Thriller.
The Big Bad Bug, a self-proclaimed 'very rare species' is used to getting his own way, but claiming a giant berry all for himself is a step too far . . . Will he ever learn to share, and mend his bullying ways?
This bug's eye view from the bottom of the garden will entrance any young child and show them the value of kindness and community. The Big Bad Bug is the perfect picture book for minibeast fans.
The Big Bad Bug, a self-proclaimed 'very rare species' is used to getting his own way, but claiming a giant berry all for himself is a step too far . . . Will he ever learn to share, and mend his bullying ways?
This bug's eye view from the bottom of the garden will entrance any young child and show them the value of kindness and community. The Big Bad Bug is the perfect picture book for minibeast fans.
Reviews / Votes
Bright, bold and enormously appealing, The Big Bad Bug has a classic feel about it, and will quickly become a favourite at home and school. * Books for Keeps * A funny, colourful and boldly satisfying picture book * The Guardian * Bursting with Read's richly detailed illustrations in a palette of rich and vibrant colours, and all accompanied by gentle, life-enhancing messages, this is a story to share and enjoy - Lancashire Evening PostMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Pan Macmillan
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 3 to 6 years
Dimensions
Height: 257 mm
Width: 258 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Weight
358 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-5290-8540-2 (9781529085402)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Kate Read is a graduate of the Anglia University MA in Illustration. Her glowing artwork is created using a mixture of collage, painting, printing and drawing, creating layers of beautiful texture and detail. Her debut picture book, One Fox: A Counting Book Thriller was shortlisted for, among other UK awards, the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, and the Klaus Flugge Award. It also won international plaudits, and several awards in the USA, including a prestigious Ezra Jack Keats Honor. Boo!: A Fishy Mystery, The Littlest Elephant and The Big Bad Bug are also published by Two Hoots. Kate and her family live in Norfolk, in the East of England.