Today I have two beautiful ABC books that feature photographic images. It was hard to choose one for the Picture Book of the Day but in the spirit of summer exploration, I had to go with The Alphabet of Bugs. Here’s hoping that your kids will discover some insect gems from this book in your garden (but not your house!).
The Alphabet of Bugs: An ABC Book with photography by Ann Cutting and design and alliteration by Valerie Gates
Now that spring is here, this beautiful collection of A to Z insects makes you want to get outdoors to spot them. The alliterative text makes for tongue-twisting and also serves to identify each photograph.
I really love the design of the book; the backgrounds of each insect allow it to shine forth, balanced by an equally strong color on the opposite page that pulls from a shade in the bug. The large alphabet letter is also a good counterpart to the insect on the adjacent page.
In all, this is a beautifully, well-conceived and executed book that highlights the diversity of insects around us. [picture book, ages 1 and up]
For those who want a multicultural alphabet adventure, let’s armchair travel together to Culebra, Puerto Rico with El ABC de Culebra, P.R./ The ABC of Culebra, P.R. by Juan C. Garavito Medina. This Kickstarter project was beautifully brought to life!
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- Junior Library Guild Gold selection
- Massachusetts Book Award Long List
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- Starred review from School Library Journal
- Chicago Library’s Best of the Best
- 2023 INDIES Book of the Year Awards Finalist
- Green Earth Book Award Long List
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This looks like a really nice book! 😀
Hi Erik,
I loved the photos of the bugs! The layout of the book with complimentary colors on the opposite page really set off the photos.
What a great idea and a beautiful book. I am working on several picture books about dogs and puppies. I’m happy I discovered your blog X Susie
Thanks so much Susie! I think this picture book has such great layout and colors. It’s perfectly conceived and executed!
So many kids are fascinated with bugs/insects. I love that it is an alphabet book.
Hi Patricia,
Me too and it would work for older kids who love to be outside!
What a great cover! My daughter collected bugs with a friend one summer. They had so much fun and some of those bugs were so beautiful. 🙂
Hi Renee,
The rest of the book is equally stunning as the cover. I was so impressed by the layout and design of this book. It’s a gem!
My kiddos love Steve Jenkins Beatles book. This book looks like it would definitely be a hit in our home! Thanks for highlighting. I can’t wait to look it up!
Hi Jeannine,
I need to get a copy of Steve Jenkins Beatles book! I love his book What Do You Do With A Tail Like This? Thanks for your great book recommendation!!!
My kids love bugs, this would be a fun way to go over the ABCs that they might stay interested in. I\\\’d love for you to join my weekly link up on The Reading List, Cozy Reading Spot. We share every Thursday anything that is on our minds, hearts and bookshelves, and you\\\’d be a great addition to the community.I hope to see you there!Marissa
Hi Marissa,
Thanks so much for the heads up on your linky! I will head over on Thursday!!
We love bugs, armchair travel, and alphabet books. Thanks for the book picks!
Hi Ann,
Thanks so much! Glad you like it! I think you’d like the well-laid out design and layout of the book.
Looks a stunning book for any young bug enthusiast! #weekendbookclub
Hi Training Mummy,
I think it would be fun to take outside when the kids find bugs!
Love the concept of these two books. Thanks for sharing the titles. Have you seen my alphabet picture book on spiders? Its called Arachnabet.
Hi Tracey,
Your alphabet book sounds great! I think spiders are wondrous creatures but my oldest is scared of them.