Small Mighty Dung Beetle
Small Mighty Dung Beetle by Mary Auld, published by Red Comet Press LLC on November 11, 2025, is a children’s book that introduces readers to the fascinating world of a green beetle as it rolls a ball of dung many times its size. This engaging narrative explores the beetle’s role in the African savannah ecosystem, where it coexists with large animals like elephants. The book is designed to spark curiosity and encourage young readers to think about the connections within nature.
In this edition, readers will discover how the dung beetle contributes to its environment by cleaning up after larger animals and nurturing its young. The story is part of the Start Small, Think Big series, which aims to guide children from familiar concepts to broader ecological knowledge. The book also features a foldout map and an I Spy game, enhancing the learning experience and encouraging exploration of themes related to animals, ecology, and geography. With 28 pages, this book is a valuable addition to any child’s library, promoting an understanding of the interconnectedness of life in various ecosystems.
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Meet a mighty green beetle as it rolls a ball of dung many times its size. Discover the part it plays in the African savannah, an ecosystem where a small beetles and enormous elephants live side by side
Start Small, Think Big is a series that sets readers on a journey of discovery, beginning from the small and familiar to new areas of knowledge where you really have to think big! Small Mighty Beetle starts with a small green beetle feeding on a fresh pile of elephant dung. She is a “roller,” a type of dung beetle with super strength and senses. She cleans up after the large animals of the African savannah, eating their waste and using it to feed and protect her babies. This story ends with a foldout map and an I Spy game to take children back into the book to further deepen the learning experience. The Start Small, Thing Big series includes books on all major natural environments and ecosystems including the Arctic, the rainforests, coral reefs, river deltas, and meadows. Small Mighty Beetle rounds out the six titles with a focus on savannah lands.
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