The Bug Collector

by Alex G. Griffiths

After George visits the Museum of Wildlife with Grandad, all he can think about is bugs! The very next day he goes out hunting, but he soon finds there are no more insects left in the garden, and the ones he has captured in jars don’t look very happy… George is about to learn exactly why bugs are so important. A brilliant, vibrant debut from Alex G Griffiths, featuring a wonderful grandfather-grandson relationship.

Genres: Picture Books, Nature, Childrens, Storytime, Outdoors, Adventure, Science

32 pages, Hardcover

Published July 4, 2019

Reviews

[Melki · Rating 4 out of 5]

After an inspiring trip to the museum, a young boy decides to become a bug collector . . . though he needs to learn that unlike Pokemon - you don't want to catch 'em all. An enjoyable tale, with lovely illustrations by the author.

[Ketelen Lefkovich · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read this out loud for my little brother.

The art style is so cute!! The story is also very cozy.

[Kerri Selby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read to my 6 year old at bedtime.
A lovely story, about how important bugs are for the eco-system.

[Cindy Mitchell *Kiss the Book* · Rating 3 out of 5]

The Bug Collector by Alex G. Griffiths. PICTURE BOOK. Andersen Press USA, 2019. $18. 9781541596344

BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - ADVISABLE

AUDIENCE APPEAL: AVERAGE

Rushing through the Museum of Wildlife, a grandpa and his grandson find what they were looking for: the bugs exhibit. As the grandson’s love for bugs grows, he must learn an important lesson about treating them with care and enjoying them for what they can do in nature.

The color pallette is mostly greens and blues which is lovely given the theme, but a little bit monotonous after a while. I love stories that focus on nature, but I thought this was a little shaming if kids do collect bugs in jars.

Jen Wecker, HS English Teacher
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[AD · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book for lots of reasons. Firstly, a book about bugs is bound to be popular with children. But the way this book also explores how bugs contribute to our environment, and ways we can enjoy them without harming them, without making the message come across as didactic, is brilliant. I love the colourful, detailed illustrations too. So much fun, along with a great message. I think this book in going to be a big hit in the school library!

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

George's grandfather introduces him to the fascinating world of bugs. George is so taken by them that he begins catching them for his collection until eventually there are no more bugs in the garden. Fortunately, George's grandfather finds out what George has been doing and gives him a valuable lesson about the importance of bugs in our ecosystem. This is an entertaining picture book with a great message about the important part that bugs play in the food chain.

[Ella · Rating 4 out of 5]

George finds himself fascinated by bugs after his grandpa takes him to a museum to see some. Her catches lots of bugs and keeps them in jars until he realises there are none left in the wild. George realises he has to set them free and shares the bugs with all his friends and family. A good book to teach about science and habitats and the jobs bugs do that impact on life.

[Alice · Rating 4 out of 5]

Narrative with non-fiction double-spread within. With Grandad. 'Museum of Wildlife', with dinosaurs, whales and mammoths. 'The creatures he wanted to show George were much smaller and stranger, and Grandad loved them.' Home on the train, over a viaduct. Traps for catching bugs. Making a collection. Bugs have important jobs. Bug sanctuary.

[Pinky · Rating 4 out of 5]

George visits the Museum of Wildlife with his grandad. After seeing the bug exhibit he's inspired to catch as many bugs as he can. George soon learns that bugs need to be free and his grandad agrees, so they open a bug sanctuary out back.

[Alyssa Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

This delightful tale is full of whimsical illustrations, fun alliteration and onomatopoeia, adventure, and important lessons that every nature enthusiast must take to heart. A worthwhile addition to any young child’s library!

[Karine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Importance des insectes

[Megan Wagner · Rating 3 out of 5]

Wise Grampa!

[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

This one felt so different and lovely. Very sweet story about a boy's attempt to capture nature and the realization that nature is meant to be free.

[Patricia N. McLaughlin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Grandfather teaches grandson about respect for life and the importance of insects in maintaining a healthy ecosystem. Quirky illustrations charm children and adult readers alike.

[Miss Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

A boy collects all the bugs in his area in jars and learns a lesson about what the bugs do to helps. Cute pictures. preschool and up

[Jacki · Rating 3 out of 5]

If this kid wants to come to my house and catch all the mosquitoes, I'm all for it. I won't give him any kind of ecological/animal rights lecture, either, as long as he doesn't touch the fireflies.

[Y.Poston]

A beautiful exploration of how to enjoy bugs!

[Sofie Buynak-Casassa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great for a kindergarten bug lesson

[Irena · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read it as a story time to 2nd graders, the enjoyed it and after the story run over the insect section of the library, suddenly interested in all kind of bugs.

[Henry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Henry et nous avons adoré! Sa sensibilité était touchée par les bibittes une fois libérées des bocaux. 5 étoiles! (4 ans et 4 mois)

[Marie-Pier Dodier · Rating 3 out of 5]

Importance de laisser les insectes dans la nature.

[Daz · Rating 4 out of 5]

A charming story with an educational and moral message.

[Jordan · Rating 4 out of 5]

My three year old son enjoyed this book. It would also be appropriate for slightly older children, especially to learn a little as to why insects are an important part of the outdoor world.

[Jasmine's · Rating 5 out of 5]

A story of the bond between a boy and his grandpa. Teaches good stewardship of nature.

[Diana · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lovely illustrations and cute story about the importance of bugs in our world.