The Icky Bug Counting Book [Paperback]

Jerry Pallotta (Author), Ralph Masiello (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 5 and up | Grade Level: K and up

They're back--bestselling author Jerry Pallotta and illustrator Ralph Masiello return with even more icky bugs. Youngsters count their way through this fact-filled collection of new and interesting bugs, discovering how butterflies taste with their feet, why gardeners love millipedes, and more. 30 color illustrations.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"The Icky Bug Counting Book is a refreshing change from many of the books designed for young children. . . . this unusually well-written and well-illustrated book would be a good addition to a young learner's bookshelf.' -- Science Books and Films, January/February 1992 --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

About the Author

Jerry Pallotta
Author
Jerry Pallotta is an award-winning author of children's alphabet books and imaginative fiction. His combine interesting facts, detailed research, humor, and realistic illustrations that mesmerize children everywhere.

Jerry frequently visits elementary schools and libraries across the country to encourage children by teaching them how to create their own alphabet books. A dynamic speaker, he also gives lectures at universities and conferences to promote reading and writing. Jerry's books appeal to children of all ages because of the beautiful illustrations, witty text, and accurate descriptions found in all his work.

Jerry lives in Massachusetts with his wife and four children.

Ralph Masiello
Illustrator
Ralph Masiello--affectionately known as 'The Icky Bug Man'--has illustrated several children's books including The Icky Bug Alphabet Book, The Yucky Reptile Alphabet Book, and The Flag We Love. His oil paintings are remarkably rich and realistic and bring to life the subjects of his books--be they bugs, flags, dinosaurs, or well-hidden messages and secret drawings.

Ralph is the father of two daughters and lives in West Brookfield, Massachusetts.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Charlesbridge Pub Inc (February 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0881064963
• ISBN-13: 978-0881064964
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 8 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #312,163 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love It!, December 1, 2007

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This review is from: The Icky Bug Counting Book (Paperback)

My son loves this book. We talk about the different bugs on each page - he thinks they're so cool. The numbers are a bit of an afterthought for him at this point. But it provides him some exposure, in a fun way, without sticking flashcards in his face.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kayla at Ashley River El., February 13, 2001

A Kid's Review

This review is from: The Icky Bug Counting Book (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition) (School & Library Binding)

I read the book The Icky Bug Counting Book. It was cool. After all I think that Ralph Masiello's illustrations are awesome.Did you know that he puts secrets in he's illustrations? He is very creative.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lauren @ Ashley River Elementary, February 12, 2001

A Kid's Review

This review is from: The Icky Bug Counting Book (Paperback)

I think that the Icky Bug Counting Book is really creative. I think this because if you read it backwards it is an alphabet book. Other things that I like in this book are the illustrations, they are terrific and the bugs that are in the book are extraordinary bugs that you don't see in your every day life. This book is excellent!