Bug Zoo

by Nick Baker

A guide to building your very own zoo of bugs, worms, and other creepy-crawlies! Written by Discovery Channel's Nick Baker, Bug Zoo shows children how to turn backyard bugs into fascinating pets and create a "zoo" of insects, spiders, worms, and other common creepy-crawlies. Learn to build an ant farm, spider house, bee box, wormery, and more!

Genres: Nonfiction, Childrens, Science

64 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 2010

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Reviews

[Sarah Herb · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is another great one to have in the classroom for amazing real life pictures. It is not good for a read aloud or an independent read, but it contains a lot of activities and amazing information about animals. It is definitely a book to have in the classroom for reference.

[Jensine Foley · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is fascinating science book about all the different kinds of bugs. This book talks about creature features, things to look for, studying captives, and their life cycles.

[NayDoubleU · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think the best age group to read this would be maybe 4th grade and up but it is still a great tool to have in any classroom.
Excellent guide on keeping your own bug zoo/classroom pets

[Angelina Justice · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great comprehensive planner for exploring "yard bugs." It is sometimes hard for kids to get past an innate fear of bugs. But books like this make it just a little bit easier.

This is a great platform for a school year classroom project, while still remaining totally accessible to the individual, backyard explorer.

The illustrations are well rounded and balanced. The format of the book makes it approachable in a way that many non-fiction books are not. The format also lends it self to the child revisiting the same pages over and over as they look at specific items within a page set.

[Freda Mans-Labianca · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm not so crazy about the idea of owning a bug zoo, but if I was, this is the perfect book to use as a resource. It shows you everything you need to know about owning a critter zoo, from feeding to up-keep. I may not want a bug zoo, but I love the idea of the book. This would be great for school age children doing Science projects. So if this sounds like you, or your child, get a copy!
(2.5/5)

[Janet Squires · Rating 4 out of 5]

Many a future scientist discovered their interest by collecting, bugs, leaves, rocks, etc. Despite the progress made in science instruction in school, there are still a great many students who are intimidated by the subject. This book, written by a naturalist, is a great way to encourage curious youngsters in the sciences.

[Mariah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Useful with lots of helpful facts and instructional step-by step photos. Rich with info and ideas. Ideal for visual learners.

[Sanjit]

helpful

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

IF you are thinking about owning a bug zoo, this book has some great information. However, with a big dog, three cats, three fish, and a hamster, I do NOT need another zoo.