Isn’t it fun to discover interesting things that are in the neighborhood? Today we’re sharing two new books that encourage young readers to get out and explore.
DIRT and BUGSY: Bug Catchers
DIRT and BUGSY: Beetle Mania
by Megan Litwin
illustrated by Shauna Lynn Panczyszyn
Penguin Young Readers Level 2 – Spring 2023
Themes: citizen science, outdoor learning, bugs, friendship
It’s always exciting to discover a new series for emerging readers and Dirt and Bugsy are characters that kids will fall in love with. Dirt and Bugsy are great friends who are fascinated by bugs. They search and find bugs, create habitats where they can study them, and then they let them go. They always have a plan to find bugs and use stem techniques as they sort and categorize the bugs.
Why you need to add these books to your early reader shelves:
- The stories are fun, witty, and humorous – just right for emerging readers
- the books include facts and ideas that kids will love
- the interracial friendship is genuine and sincere
- Simple and clear back matter is perfectly kid-friendly
- the bright and cheerful illustrations make backyard science accessible and fun
We’re looking forward to more adventures with Dirt and Bugsy!
Visit author Megan Litwin’s website for fun resources to use when sharing these books.
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