Readers’ Favorite is proud to announce that “There’s a Bug in my Blossom” by J.C. Donaho is a Silver Medal Winner in the Children – Non-Fiction category in our 2015 International Book Award Contest. J. C. Donaho is pictured receiving the Silver Medal from Mark Wayne Adams at the awards ceremony held in Miami in November.
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The Latest Review is In!
The Picture Book Review likes my book! “..this book dazzles, entertains, and educates…” Check it out at thepicturebookreview.com!
The Children’s Book Review.com has a new review!
It’s fun when a reviewer understands the concept of the book! Check out what The Children’s Book Review.com has to say.
“..The text is clear and concise and multi-layered in a way that appeals to beginning readers through to advanced readers—or beginning readers sharing in a reading session with a parent or teacher. Large bold type with easy words and short sentences are ideal for an easier reading experience. More advanced readers that are ready for smaller text and eager to digest more information and fun facts on bugs are offered a deeper learning aspect as Donaho delves further into the natural world and shares specifics on the bugs found in each of his photographs..”
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The Kirkus Review is in!
Book Review: There’s a Bug in My Blossom
“Get a closer view of a variety of insects and plants in this bright, engaging children’s book.
Featuring a handful of animals, including a cat who implores readers to explore the insects and plants around them, this educational book dives quickly into descriptions of common and not-so-common crawling creatures—carpenter bees and their wood-boring habits, grasshoppers, wolf spiders, walking sticks and even predatory lizards…. There’s also a
discussion on the effects of pesticides on insects, dying bee colonies, how bugs help pollinate plants, butterfly coloration and more—overall, a well-rounded look at insect life. Donaho’s debut children’s book boasts clear, brightly colored photos that immerse readers in the insects’ habitats. Vibrant and engaging, they add a special touch…. The book also offers tips on how to look for insects in flowers in readers’ own backyards—a nice inclusion sure to inspire some afternoon exploring.
One part education and one part entertainment, this vibrant book will delight readers of all ages, from bug beginners to almost-entomologists.” – Kirkus Reviews
There’s a Bug in my Blossom receives 5-Star Review!
“There’s a Bug in my Blossom should get even kids who hate or are scared of bugs looking in flowers to see who’s in there. There’s a Bug in my Blossom is both educational and a lot of fun, and it’s highly recommended.” – Readers’ Favorite
Bugs in My Blossoms
Look for my new book, There’s a Bug in My Blossom, available for order now at Amazon and Barnes and Noble!
This website will help you explore and share your experiences! We can talk about how to see and photograph those tiny things and those that are larger. We’ll also look at why all of these living things have a place in the grand scheme of things.
What things can you see in the garden? Freddy Squirrel would like to see your pictures and drawings of bugs and other critters you find in your flowers.