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I had never heard of anyone calling their grandfather Bompa. Or at least not since I did it with one grandfather (though I went to calling them both grandpa after a spell). That might be the reason I wanted to read Bompa’s Insect Expedition (David Suzuki Institute). And probably why I liked it. Though it is a fun book, too.
The grandfather in the story takes his grandchildren out and about on adventures and this book covers the different goodies nature has. But unlike some of the adventures the grandfather takes the twins on, this time they are only in their backyard. But the soon learn that it is some pretty special backyard, that has some pretty fantastic things to see and learn about. Based on David Suzuki’s studies (and I am assuming his own twin grandchildren), he and Tanya Lloyd Kyi, and Qin Leng made a book that is adaptable for most ages.
And this is not just about a story, there is back information and ways you can help the insects in your areas as well. Not to mention and colorful illustrations by Leng. They are fun, sweet and help you see the insects, and other things that these explorers find. They are sweet, simple (not simplistic) and set the tone of the story. This is an upbeat and a realistic adventure you can go on with your own children.
I am plaining on finding a finished copy in September 2023, as I read this via an online reader copy. I hope that this is not too large of a book as it needs to sit perfectly in the hands of the child (or too small so it does not get lost among other wonderful books).
The author is from Vancouver.