My First Book of Southern African Insects

Uys, Charmaine

ISBN 10 : 1770072136 ISBN 13 : 9781770072138

Editeur : Struik Nature, 2009

Synopsis

Children are fascinated by 'bugs' of all kinds, and insects are a familiar part of their everyday environment. Dragonflies and ants, beetles and stick insects, butterflies and bees are just some of the many insects that are found in the home and garden, providing youngsters with a handy introduction to the natural world. This title presents 58 of the most common, intriguing and beautiful species accurately illustrated in full-colour; concise text and simple graphics conveying the insect's size, when it is active and what it eats; straightforward text for children beginning to read in their mother tongue.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Charmaine Uys completed her MSc in Zoology at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, and is currently studying for her PhD at the University of Cape Town, with a focus on the diversity and conservation of insects and other invertebrates. Sally MacLarty, with a BA (Fine Arts) from Wits University, has worked as a freelance illustrator for the past 20 years, specializing in natural history and education. She has contributed artwork to more than 120 publications.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Struik Nature
• Date d'édition: 2009
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1770072136
• ISBN 13: 9781770072138
• Reliure: Format Kindle
• Nombre de pages: 64
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible