- Tim Hopgood
My favorite bug is a ladybug.
I live in England and over here
we call ladybugs ladybirds, which
is a funny name because, as you
can see from this drawing, they
are not a type of bird. The
reason I like ladybugs so much
is because of their color - such
a bold, bright red - "
This collection is the third in a series that began with What's Your Favorite Animal? (Henry Holt, 2014) and What's Your Favorite Color? (Henry Holt, 2017). In this newest addition to the series, Eric Carle and fourteen other distinguished artists explain in a variety of ways which particular bug most appeals to them. Mr, Carle begins with his love for caterpillars (all fans might have guessed!) and a splendid illustration of himself, eyes matching those of his iconic character, and antenna to boot! Love it dearly!
Each turn of the page offers a double page spread of great beauty, accompanied by a short explanation for the artist's choice: a poem, a description of the bug's importance, or an anecdote.
"MILLIPEDES
Britta Teckentrup
I love millipedes! They remind me of
my grandmother's garden. I would
pick up rocks and stones to find them
hiding underneath in the shade.
Did you know that a millipede can
have up to 750 legs?"
The joy for young readers is in the subject matter. What kid doesn't like watching, holding, catching bugs? The art is glorious! Variety in the medium chosen, style, color, and perspective will guarantee careful observation and attention. Have the art supplies ready!
A final spread offers a photo of each artist as a child, and a short descriptive paragraph about them.
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