Minibeast books for children
Children’s books about minibeasts, including titles by Britta Teckentrup, David McKee, Sharon King-Chai, Eric Carle, Libby Walden, Steve Jenkins, Giles Andreae, M.G. Leonard, Lynne Reid Banks and Isabel Thomas.
Recommended reading books for primary & secondary aged children in the UK
Erica McAlister is a British entomologist and author known for her work on flies. She is a curator at the Natural History Museum in London, specialising in Diptera. McAlister has written books aimed at both general and younger audiences, focusing on the diversity and importance of insects.
Her publications include The Secret Life of Flies, which explores the biology and ecological roles of flies, and The Inside Out of Flies, which delves into the anatomy and adaptations of these insects. McAlister has also contributed to educational outreach and public engagement, sharing her expertise through talks and media appearances.
In 2020, McAlister published The Inside Out of Flies with the Natural History Museum.
Children’s books about minibeasts, including titles by Britta Teckentrup, David McKee, Sharon King-Chai, Eric Carle, Libby Walden, Steve Jenkins, Giles Andreae, M.G. Leonard, Lynne Reid Banks and Isabel Thomas.
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