Francesca Pesci – illustratör

Dung and Bo are excited to compete in the talent show at Ant School. On their way to school, a talented tunnel-making bird encourages them to do their best. When a storm hits during the show, the students learn that everyone has a unique talent and it is important to share them. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

Dung drags his feet and stinky lunch to Bee School despite Bo's optimism. Dung is convinced that the bees think they're better than beetles. On their way to school, a worm tells them to remind the bees of dirt. Lunch takes an unexpected turn when a stinky lesson brings the bees and beetles together. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

Dung promised Bo he would try out Butterfly School , but Dung is convinced beetles won't matter. On their way to school, they meet a feathery friend, who suggests they may like school. But it isn't until recess that Dung realizes his rolling abilities are just what the butterflies need. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

Dung doesn't want to get in the water at Dragonfly School; he prefers land. On their way, they meet a salamander who gives them directions. At school, the beetles are invited to play games and learn about dragonfly basics. Dung is wary of joining the baby dragonflies, but the beetles learn they can all have fun at their own pace. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

Dung surprises Bo on their way to Firefly School by navigating with the moon's light. During their travels, they meet a bat and Dung pledges to show the fireflies how great beetles are. At school, Dung and Bo give their Star of the Week presentations and wonder if their classmates are laughing at them. As class ends, they learn some surprising beetle facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

Dung is somewhat excited for the Field Day competition at Grasshopper School. On their way to class, the beetles meet a spider, who wishes them luck against their strong competitors. Dung and Bo join a team with a sleepy grasshopper, and they put their skills to the test to see who the strongest Field Day participant is. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.