Jack's Insects

By: Selous, Edmund

Jack and his sister Maggie are leafing through a large book on entomology when the unthinkable happens: they are pulled into the very pages they were reading Suddenly the size of the tiny creatures they once studied from a distance, the siblings find themselves navigating a world where a blade of grass is a skyscraper and a simple butterfly is a majestic giant. Their adventure takes them through dense undergrowth and sunlit clearings, meeting a cast of characters from the Great Morpho butterfly to the diligent burying beetle. Each encounter is an opportunity to learn the complex secrets of survival, camouflage, and the remarkable instincts that govern the lives of insects.

This story blends the excitement of a fantasy quest with the precision of a field guide. By placing the protagonists directly into the habitats of their subjects, it offers a unique perspective on the biological wonders of the natural world. The book moves beyond dry facts, presenting the ideas of adaptation and the interconnectedness of life. Jack and Maggie must use their wits and their growing knowledge to navigate this strange territory, fostering a sense of respect and awe for the smallest inhabitants of our planet.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1922974374
• ISBN13: 9781922974372
• Release Date: August 2026
• Publisher: Living Book Press
• Length: 356 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 12 years and under
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 7