How to be a Ladybird by Laura Knowles, Steven Wood
Published 5 June 2025
Embark on an astounding journey with a newly hatched ladybird as they navigate the wonders and challenges of ladybird life, encountering a host of captivating insect characters, in an exciting graphic novel format.
Guided by the wisdom of a wise grasshopper, Charles Darwing, readers will discover fascinating facts and learn all about life as a ladybird. This informative and funny tale of garden adventures is the perfect introduction to ladybirds for young bug enthusiasts. Readers will find ‘Bug Hunter Tips’ throughout where they can learn tips on where to spot ladybirds and behaviours to look out for in nature.
In ‘How to be a Ladybird’ (published by DK in partnership with the Royal Entomological Society), information is seamlessly integrated into an engaging story, brought to life by Steven Wood’s hilarious illustrations in a vivid graphic novel format. Laura Knowles is the author of several children’s books, including It Starts with a Seed, which won the 2017 Margaret Mallett Award for Children’s Non-fiction.
Steven Wood has illustrated for PRH, Scholastic, and more. His focus is always on the characters that bring life and movement to the picture.
RES Past President and ecologist from the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology/University of Exeter, Helen Roy, a leading expert on ladybirds, was the RES scientific consultant for the book, ensuring scientific accuracy in this fun adventure of a fascinating insect.
For more information, please contact Chloe Parkinson, PR Manager, on chloe.parkinson@uk.dk.com
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