Are You a Beetle?

Are You a Beetle? invites young readers to step into the world of beetles and see life from an insect’s point of view.

Written by Judy Allen and illustrated by Fiona Osbaldstone, this colorful and engaging book introduces children to the everyday life of a beetle—from where eggs are laid, to how larvae grow, to how adult beetles hunt and survive.

Using detailed illustrations and witty, interactive text, the book encourages readers to compare their own lives with those of beetles while learning about insect life cycles, behavior, and habitats. It’s an excellent blend of storytelling and science, ideal for reading aloud or for emerging independent readers.

Why we love it

• Encourages empathy and perspective-taking through science
• Introduces beetle behavior, habitats, and life cycles
• Interactive text keeps kids engaged and curious
• Detailed illustrations support close observation

Great for

• Ages 4–7
• Budding entomologists and nature lovers
• Classrooms, homeschoolers, and libraries
• Families exploring backyard biodiversity