Meet the mamas and papas of the insect world! A fresh and funny look at how bugs are like us from popular science author and teacher Heather Montgomery.For the bug-crazed, a humorous and accessible nonfiction picture book for 3-7-year-olds to learn unusual, interesting, and icky insect facts. Now in paperback!Most insects don't take care of their young, but some do—in surprising ways. Some bugs clean up after their messy little ones, cater to their picky eaters, and yes—hug their baby bugs.A fun and clever look at parenting in the insect world, Bugs Don't Hug is perfect for backyard scientists and their own moms and dads. Back matter includes further information about the insects and a list of resources for young readers.

Meet the mamas and papas of the insect world! A fresh and funny look at how bugs are like us from popular science author and teacher Heather Montgomery.For the bug-crazed, a humorous and accessible nonfiction picture book for 3-7-year-olds to learn unusual, interesting, and icky insect facts. Now in paperback!Most insects don't take care of their young, but some do—in surprising ways. Some bugs clean up after their messy little ones, cater to their picky eaters, and yes—hug their baby bugs.A fun and clever look at parenting in the insect world, Bugs Don't Hug is perfect for backyard scientists and their own moms and dads. Back matter includes further information about the insects and a list of resources for young readers.