Bugs & Spiders

A little magic can take you a long way. After James Henry Trotter's parents are tragically eaten by a rhinoceros, he goes to live with his two horrible aunts, Spiker and Sponge. Life there is no fun, until James accidentally drops some magic crystals by the old peach tree....

When Gregor falls through a grate in the laundry room of his apartment building, he hurtles into the dark Underland....

Eric Carle's classic story begins one sunny Sunday, when the caterpillar was hatched out of a tiny egg. He was very hungry. On Monday, he ate through one apple; on Tuesday, he ate through three plums - and still he was hungry....

An updated version of The Cricket in Times Square, the timeless children's classic featuring a business-savvy mouse, a kind alley cat, and a talented country cricket, featuring a new foreword and revisions by YA author Stacey Lee....

A spider, blown by the wind to a fence post near a farm yard, begins to build her web and cannot be distracted from the task at hand - not by the horse, cow, sheep, goat, or dog. But then the rooster asks if she wants to catch a pesky fly....

One day, a little cricket is born and meets a big cricket who chirps his welcome. But the little cricket cannot make a sound. The cricket meets many insects, but it isn't until he meets a beautiful female cricket that he can finally chirp "hello"....

Stink’s spider phobia spurs his sister, Judy, and friend Webster to try some desensitization techniques - until a real-life encounter takes them by surprise - in a hilarious episode offering a bonus origami activity....

When a little click beetle falls onto his back, he seeks the help of a wise old click beetle. "Look at me," says the experienced click beetle, giving a loud click and flipping onto its feet. But try as he might, the little click beetle just can't get the hang of it - or can he? Find out....

This comical companion to Ross Burach's The Very Impatient Caterpillar pays loving homage to every child's struggle to persist through challenges while also delivering a lighthearted lesson on butterfly migration. Remember, if at first you don't succeed, fly, fly again....

Follow the adventures of Wiggly Worm and his best friends (Snarky Snail, Rattles Snake, and Munchy Mosquito)....

A brilliant collection of beautiful stories by exciting artist Lara Hawthorne. The collection includes four stories: Alba the Hundred Year Old Fish, Herbert's Garden, The Night Flower and Ratty's Big Adventure....

When a very lonely firefly goes out into the night searching for other fireflies, it sees a lantern, a candle, and the eyes of a dog, cat, and owl all glowing in the darkness. It even sees a surprise celebration of light....

The Spanish translation of The Very Hungry Caterpillar (Philomel) preserves the original simplicity and the appealing use of repetition and rhythm....

One morning Grasshopper finds a lovely road to follow. Off he goes on his journey, past plenty of busy characters. They wonder why Grasshopper isn’t as busy as they are. But Grasshopper - well, he is happy just walking down the road....

In this adaptation of the first chapter of A. A. Milne’s well known classic “Winnie-the-Pooh,” Pooh gets himself into trouble when he tries to take honey from a bee hive....

How do bees fly? Why does a spider weave a web? And why are bugs so important to our world? Ada Twist, Scientist: The Why Files is the perfect nonfiction resource for all these questions and more....

Celebrate Dad's special day by saying "I Love You"--with a little help from The Very Hungry Caterpillar....

Boy and fly meet and so begins a very funny friendship in this tale filled with hyperbole, puns, and slapstick from Tedd Arnold....

Whether there's a kid in your life with a budding interest in the smaller-scale world, around them or an interest in bugs of all shapes and sizes, this audiobook is sure to entertain and educate with the most important and exciting bug facts that there are to know! Let's dive in!

Forty years after its first publication this much-loved Child's Play classic is as popular as ever....

Grasshoppers, waterstriders, and fireflies light up the pages of this rib-tickling book of poetry for two voices.....

Butterflies soar in the sunlight. While moths flutter under the moon and stars. Find out more about these mysterious and majestic insects similarities and differences, and their awestriking metamorphosis....

Dougie has a secret: he’s not a ground beetle. He’s a dung beetle, and he loves eating poop. Dougie knows he should be proud. Dung beetles help process waste and do other extraordinary things! But Dougie also knows that if anyone at school saw his lunch, he’d be an outcast....

How did YOU collect SOO MUCH POLLEN??? I have sticky hairs EVERYWHERE! Oh! I'm not sticky enough. It's okay. You don't need to collect as much pollen as a bee. Just be a butterfly. Right. Right. You're saying I need to be STICKIER....

Eleven-year-old Leo is an "armchair adventurer." This, according to Dad, means he'd choose adventures in books or video games over real-life experiences. And while Leo hates the label, he can’t argue with it. Unlike his little sister Lizzie, Leo is not a risk-taker....

Whenever it rains, Andi and the ants must scramble up the hill to escape from the rising waters. Although he tries his best, Andi is always told that he must climb faster and higher.

The ants are enthralled when a flight of big white birds stop over and show them the world by flying them across continents and seas. But when a heavy downpour threatens to destroy their home and wash them away, who will come to their rescue?

Crafted with a perfect balance of whimsy and wisdom, "Short Stories With Moral" provides a soothing and enriching listening experience that will captivate your little ones and leave them feeling inspired. Whether you're looking to establish a calming bedtime routine or simply want to foster important values in your children, this audiobook is a must-have for any family. It's a treasure trove of bedtime stories your little one don't want to miss!

Andi and Johnny were the best of friends and did everything together. But as they grew up, their different abilities kept them apart. Johnny became an Awesome Ant who provided for the colony and was hailed as a hero. Andi worked underground, was looked down upon, and forgotten.

Are you looking to help your child learn the alphabet in a fun and engaging way? Look no further than "Together", an outstanding audiobook for children that features captivating rhymes and fascinating facts about insects and animals. This resource is perfect for parents and teachers who want to make learning enjoyable and accessible for kids 6 to 10.

How do fireflies light up? Why do bees and wasps sting? How do butterflies get nectar from flowers? This series shows how unique insects eat, work, and live. It will have young listeners buzzing with excitement! This volume includes Butterflies, Honey Bees, Ladybugs, and Praying Mantises.

Embark on an extraordinary underwater adventure in 'The Green Spider and the Ancient Submarine.' Join Octavia, a courageous spider, Raven the wise octopus, and their unlikely companions as they navigate treacherous waters, face ancient mysteries, and uncover the secrets of a forgotten world.

Born into a world of endless skies, natural wonders, and friends waiting to be found–a mayfly, with only a single day to live, flies high into the beauty of it all. But when he sees all the other mayflies pairing off, he wonders if he will have to spend his day alone. Could it be that he just needs to fly a little higher to meet his match?

Sammie, a budding naturalist, knows of a secret and wonderful place: Winghaven, an abandoned lot in the middle of the suburbs where wildlife flourishes. She spends hours making notes and drawings in her meticulous field journal. When Bram, a new boy, turns up with his camera, Sammie worries he’ll give away her hidden haven—after all, the other boys at school bully her.

Sadie the Spider is small as can be, but a hairy spider is all people see. They jump and yell and scream and shout, so off Sadie runs to find a place to hide out. Follow Sadie as she runs from house to garden and see if she can find a safe place to be....

Did you know that there are more insects than any other group of animals? The diversity of insects is staggering. What do ants have in common with bees? What’s the difference between a butterfly and a moth? How are ladybugs and weevils related? Some insects have a set of wings, some have two, but others might not have any. Some insects have a hard outer shell (exoskeleton). Learn how insects are alike and how they are different in this latest addition to the Compare and Contrast Series.

In a world full of Singing Cocoa Butterflies with voices so joyful you would want to shout and dance all about!

Flutter, flutter! What did you just see? Was it a butterfly or a moth? Butterflies and moths are similar, but they have some important differences. Find out how their colors, antennae, bodies, and behaviors can all help you tell these two animal look-alikes apart.

Spid the Spider Is Having a Day Off is the first book in the Spid the Spider series. In this book, Spid meets some interesting and wonderful characters, including his Girlfriend Bid and Herman the Harvestman, amongst others.

"The Fly and the Truck Driver" is a heartwarming and imaginative children's book co-authored by Mark E. Ridley and his six-year-old son, Malcolm. The story is a delightful blend of spontaneous creativity and real-life experiences between the father and son. The story unfolds through the lens of a tiny adventurous fly and a friendly truck driver, offering a unique perspective on the world as seen through the eyes of a child. Listeners of all ages will be enchanted by the charming narrative, relishing in the imaginative world crafted by the collaboration between a father and his young son.