Bug Books for Kids

Do you have a child who loves bugs? Here is a list of bug books for kids that will go perfectly with our bug units.

If you love these bug ideas, see this list of fun bug activities for kids.

Spring is coming soon and you know what that means! Bugs will be coming out and we will have fun studying ladybugs with our ladybug farm, study ants with our ant farm and even get some caterpillars to watch them go into their chrysalis and turn into beautiful butterflies.

collage of bug books for kids

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A good way to learn about bugs is to see the right in front of your eyes. Grab one of these bug activity kits for your child to experience catching and observing bugs outdoors.

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collage of bug books for kids

If you are looking for more fun activities to do with your kids that has something to do with bugs, these bug craft kits from Etsy are perfect! If you have a preschooler, the Caterpillar Craft Kit is the one for you because it’s easy to make and very colorful. The other one is a Butterfly Craft Kit that is perfect to keep kids busy and learning at the same time.

caterpillar craft kit
butterfly craft kit
Bugs! Bugs! Bugs!
Bugs! Bugs! Bugs!
From fluttering butterflies to spotted ladybugs, explore a variety of different bugs through these whimsical illustrations. A realistic size chart and fun facts are also included.
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Everything Bug: What Kids Really Want to Know about Bugs (Kids' FAQs)
Everything Bug: What Kids Really Want to Know about Bugs (Kids’ FAQs)
In a question and answer format for kids, this book is filled with the most popular questions kids have about bugs.
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Love Bug Story
Love Bug Story
Love Bug wakes up one morning, wanting to find his purpose in life. He sets out on an adventure. On his journey, he finds out each of us has a purpose in life.
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Bug Zoo: Walt Disney Animation Studios Artist Showcase Book
Bug Zoo: Walt Disney Animation Studios Artist Showcase Book
Ben loves bugs of all types. A trip to the local zoo inspires him to create a Bug Zoo, which he is very happy about. But, what about the bugs?
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The Bug Book
The Bug Book
Explore different bugs through rhyme with this sweet book about bugs. Pictures are real, detailed, and engaging.
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The Grouchy Ladybug
The Grouchy Ladybug
The grouchy ladybug is mean. He is rude, selfish, and a coward. Lessons include right and wrong behavior, as well as how others feel when you’re grouchy. Will the ladybug ever learn to be nice?
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Alpha Bugs: A Pop-up Alphabet (David Carter's Bugs)
Alpha Bugs: A Pop-up Alphabet (David Carter’s Bugs)
This hands-on pop-up book explores the alphabet through bugs! Keep kids involved with a variety of pop ups and sensory options.
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Leo the Lightning Bug
Leo the Lightning Bug
Leo the Lightning Bug struggles in his own self confidence because he cannot make light in this charming little story. In addition, some editions come with a CD with sound effects and music to read along to.
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National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Bugs (Little Kids First Big Books)
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Bugs (Little Kids First Big Books)
National Geographic provides a book for little kids on bugs. There are bugs of all kinds, from common ones like ladybugs to more exotic types of bugs. Colorful photos are also included.
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Stories from Bug Garden
Stories from Bug Garden
Bug garden may appear ordinary, but is filled with a variety of different insects. There is a horsefly that would rather look like a horse, a ladybug who prefers mud angels to being a “lady,” and a bee who prefers relaxation to work.
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Bugs A to Z
Bugs A to Z
With fully colored pictures, explore a different bugs from A to Z!
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Bedtime Bugs: A Pop-up Good Night Book by David A. Carter (David Carter's Bugs)
Bedtime Bugs: A Pop-up Good Night Book by David A. Carter (David Carter’s Bugs)
Guide children through a good night routine with this fun pop-up book. Pages are interactive, making this particularly fun for toddlers.
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My Best Book of Bugs (The Best Book of)
My Best Book of Bugs (The Best Book of)
With stunning detail, explore the lifestyles of bugs. Learn about their habitats, life cycles, and diversity in different types of insects.
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