Official Review: Bugging a Bug by JC Sykes

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Official Review: Bugging a Bug by JC Sykes

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Bugging a Bug" by JC Sykes.]
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4 out of 4 stars
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BUGGING A BUG is a delightful children’s book written by JC Sykes. It is a book about a girl who loves to play with bugs and is curious about their life.

It is the story of a young girl who is inquisitive about the different bugs living around her. She is eager to know how bugs live their lives and what they do all day. She is seeking answers to questions such as: Do insects find it difficult to live in this big world? Do they have feelings like us?

This book is about the simple, pure pleasures of childhood. Children are like open books, and nature is the best teacher. What I liked most about this book is that it encourages children to pick up their shovel and magnifying glass and step outside to explore mother nature. Digging in the dirt with sticks reveal many different life forms that they can examine and learn. Bugs and insects are colorful and quickly attract a child’s attention. Observing bugs will help children learn about how they eat, interact, move, and communicate. This book makes children self-sufficient and teaches them to make friends with nature and play by themselves. It teaches children that even the tiniest creature can help make a difference in the world.

There is nothing that I disliked about this book. This book brought back my childhood memories. It is ideal for children who like to explore tiny creatures in nature. Through the book, the author has managed to show many different kinds of bugs, such as the ladybugs, snails, ants, and fireflies.

This book is well-written and professionally edited. The illustrations in the book are colorful and complement the story. I give this book 4 out of 4 stars and recommend it to children of ages 4-6years. The book can also be read aloud to younger children. This book is perfect for an interactive read-aloud session at the school or the library.

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This book sounds like a lovely book for kids. Thanks for the equally lovely review. Good job!
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Post by Ngozi Onyibor »

In today's world, it's easy for kids to be too consumed with gadgets to have time for the outdoors. I like that the book encourages curiosity, nature study, and interest in other life forms in kids. Thanks for your review.
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We often picture boys playing with bugs—I like that this book shows a girl enjoying them too! The cover is adorable.
Thanks for a great review!
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I think I love the book already. It would definitely be great for my 4 year old baby girl. Thank you for the review
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Post by Rodel Barnachea »

I hope that more children's books are like this! I think that the book's simplicity is perfect for children learning to read. It would also be excellent for group-reading activities.
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I already like the book already, it's perfect for a 4 years old child .
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I really appreciate your writing style. I hope the children can actually learn to unleash their potential in the lap of nature. Thanks for the review.
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childrens book with nice pictures imagine what bugs think how do they feel do they go for vacation , do bugs go to school
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