The Deadliest: Insect
The Deadliest: Insect by Eleanor Spicer Rice, published by W. W. Norton, Incorporated on October 7, 2025, is a children’s book that explores the fascinating world of the most dangerous insects on Earth. This 40-page edition presents a unique competition among various insects, highlighting their characteristics and the potential dangers they pose. Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice serves as the host, guiding readers through the rules of insect interactions while introducing the contestants in an engaging and informative manner.
Readers will discover intriguing facts about these insects, including where they live, what they eat, and the implications of encountering them. The book emphasizes the importance of insects in our environment and ecology, encouraging appreciation and protection of these creatures. With a blend of humor and accessible science, complemented by colorful illustrations from artist Max Temescu, The Deadliest: Insect offers an entertaining yet educational perspective on bugs and spiders, making it a valuable addition to any young reader’s library.
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Meet the deadliest insects on Earth.
Whose bite is the most dangerous? Is it the bloodsucking mosquito? The teeny-tiny sandfly? The creepy body louse? Or someone else?
The host of this stiff competition, Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice, teaches the rules for insect interactions (Do not stomp! Do not squish!) and introduces the contestants.
This tale of wings and stings invites readers into the world of deadly insects: where they live, what they eat–and what could happen if you ever come into contact with one. It also encourages readers to appreciate them, showing why they’re important to the places they live–and why we should protect them. With humor, accessible science, and a colorful graphic format by best-selling artist Max Temescu, The Deadliest: Insect shows that even the deadliest things in nature may not be as scary as we think.
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