Grub

Bringing the mystery of metamorphosis to life; Grub is sure to delight insect-loving young readers with its realistic illustrations; gentle humour; and surprise ending.On the floor of the rainforest; far below the tree canopy; a small grub has a big question. Sensing that his body is about to change; he wonders what he will become; so he turns to his friends for answers. The ladybird; the cicada; the dragonfly and the monarch butterfly all describe what they looked like before they changed – and none looked like the grub. Eventually; the grub begins to change – and his transformation is spectacular! With realistic illustrations; vivid detail and gentle humour; Grub brings the habitat and life cycle of the Hercules beetle; and other insects that undergo metamorphosis; to life. The final reveal is sure to send young readers on a journey of discovery to learn more about the amazing Hercules beetle – one of the world's largest – with its giant pincers.