As summer approaches, you may begin hearing the sounds of cicadas singing in the woods again! Below are some of my favorite picture books on cicadas. From fictional stories to nonfiction texts, these books will help young readers immerse themselves in the world of cicadas and their buzzing songs.
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1. CICADA SYMPHONY by Sue Fliess & Illustrated by Gareth Lucas- Help young readers learn more about the life cycle of cicadas with this fun rhyming and rhythmic book. Filled with facts, readers will gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for these harmless insects!
2. CICADA CITY: A BUG CLUB STORY by Gina Gallois & Illustrated by Elisabeth Clover- Perfect for children ages 3-8, this book provides imaginative play for young readers and their caregivers as they learn and read through 32 pages of facts on cicadas.
3. WHEN WILL CICADA SING? by Carla Mae Jansen- How does a cicada transform from an egg to a cicada? Follow along with vivid and delightful illustrations to find out in this sweet story!
4. CICADA by Shaun Tan- In this inspirational, fictional story, Cicada feels unappreciated and is discouraged by the way others treat him and make him feel. Just as Cicada decides to give up, he transforms into a better and new version of himself.
NONFICTION BOOKS ON CICADAS
5. CICADAS! by Hope Aicher – Take a look into the fascinating lives of cicadas with this captivating nonfiction text with full real-life photos of cicadas as they hatch, tunnel into the ground, emerge, then transform into the cicadas that we see and hear in the summer.
6. CICADAS! STRANGE AND WONDERFUL! by Laurence Pringle & Illustrated by Meryl Henderson- Don’t misunderstand cicadas! They’re harmless and are so important to our ecosystem. This beautifully illustrated book with facts will delight young and older readers alike!
7. THE LIFE CYCLE OF A CICADA by Joann Early Macken- Take an in-depth look at the life cycle of a cicada with this easy-to-read text with stunning photographs to highlight each stage.
8. CICADAS by Immerse young readers in a world of cicadas with this leveled text with vivid photographs to give readers an up-close look at these fascinating insects!
If you need teaching resources on cicadas, check out this extensive packet below!
