Bothered by Bugs
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A funny and relatable picture book in which Pete the Badger, star of Emily Gravett's award-winning books Tidy and Too Much Stuff, learns valuable lessons about the importance of all creatures, big and small, in maintaining the harmony of nature.
In Bothered By Bugs, Pete the Badger is choosing a delicious recipe from his new fruit cookbook when his peace is interrupted by a teeny tiny fly. The fly becomes a swarm and soon all the animals are being bothered by bugs and insects of all kinds--so they help Pete rid the forest of bugs by capturing every single one. But...disaster! Now nobody's around to clean up the poo, and come autumn, there's not a berry or a cherry to be found. Will Pete and the other animals learn their lesson and restore order to the forest?
Two-time Kate Greenaway Medal winner Emily Gravett's wonderfully humourous rhyming story is a colourful celebration of nature's equilibrium, promising fun, laughter, and learning. The perfect book to read aloud.
About this Author
Emily Gravett has a rare talent for creating exceptional books for children. The winner of two Kate Greenaway Medals, her skill and wit are second to none. Emily first sprang into the limelight with the ground-breaking Wolves in 2005, followed by the modern classics Meerkat Mail, Little Mouse's Big Book of Fears, Monkey and Me, Again!, Orange Pear Apple Bear, Blue Chameleon, Matilda's Cat, and the fabulous Bear and Hare series for younger readers. Emily's more recent picture books include: Tidy, Too Much Stuff, Cyril and Pat, and Meerkat Christmas. Unique and different from the last, each features endearing, beautifully drawn characters that touch the heart and tickle the funny bone. Emily lives in Brighton, England with her family.
Reviews
"Bothered by Bugs also has an ecological message, and Emily Gravett conveys it with characteristically witty illustrations. Badger and friends rid the woods of every 'pest'--only to discover that bugs are crucial to pollinate fruit trees, break down poo and make nature work. A deliciously funny gift for ages 4+, with added recipes." --New Statesman
"A superb appreciation of the diversity of insects and all the important work they do, told with humour and brilliantly detailed artwork." --The Scotsman
"When Pete the Badger and his woodland friends clear the forest of bugs, they are surprised to discover what a disastrous impact it has on the ecosystem. A superb picture book with witty, rhyming text and exquisitely detailed illustrations." --Booktrust
"Emily Gravett's vibrant and humorous illustrations bring this fun story to life, while her playful rhyming text delivers a valuable lesson about the environment and the interconnectedness of nature. Parents will appreciate the gentle environmental message about nature's balance. Children will enjoy the lively illustrations and funny antics of Pete as he learns to embrace all creatures, big and small." --Preneur World Magazine
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