Cricket in the Thicket: Poems about Bugs

A nonfiction picture book of poetry about fascinating insects with accompanying facts notes and illustrations by the Caldecott-winning Melissa Sweet. Pray tell us Mr. Mantis Do you pray or simply prey? Do you scout about for victims Or fold your hands all day? In addition to the playful rhyming poems the supplementary text highlights surprising facts about bugs of all kindsfrom familiar ants to exotic dragonflies cringe-worthy ticks and magnificent fireflies. Melissa Sweets collage-inspired mixed-media illustrations beautifully render these creatures and compliment the poems whimsical tones. This is an enchanting and informative look at a perennial topic of interest for kidscool bugs! A Christy Ottaviano Book