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  • Published: 14 October 2025
  • ISBN: 9781623542559
  • Imprint: Charlesbridge Children
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $19.99

Bugs Don't Hug

Six-Legged Parents and Their Kids





Meet the mamas and papas of the insect world! A fresh and funny look at how bugs are like us from popular science author and teacher Heather Montgomery.

For the bug-crazed, a humorous and accessible nonfiction picture book for 3-7-year-olds to learn unusual, interesting, and icky insect facts. Now in paperback!

Meet the mamas and papas of the insect world! A fresh and funny look at how bugs are like us from popular science author and teacher Heather Montgomery.

For the bug-crazed, a humorous and accessible nonfiction picture book for 3-7-year-olds to learn unusual, interesting, and icky insect facts. Now in paperback!

Most insects don't take care of their young, but some do—in surprising ways. Some bugs clean up after their messy little ones, cater to their picky eaters, and yes—hug their baby bugs.

A fun and clever look at parenting in the insect world, Bugs Don't Hug is perfect for backyard scientists and their own moms and dads. Back matter includes further information about the insects and a list of resources for young readers.

  • Published: 14 October 2025
  • ISBN: 9781623542559
  • Imprint: Charlesbridge Children
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $19.99

Praise for Bugs Don't Hug


Praise for Bugs Don't Hug

  • “Promoting shared wonder and respect for all creatures.”—Booklist
  • “A thoroughly amusing way to introduce kids to bug behavior.”—Kirkus Reviews