Bug’s Life book by Simon Mole 

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August 26, 2025

Maidenhead poet, author & dad Simon Mole brings beautiful insects to life in his newest poetry book for wildlife mad youngsters, offering workshops & a touring show, too 

Acclaimed children’s poet and National Poetry Day ambassador Simon Mole is enchanting young readers again with A First Book of Bugs, a vibrant follow-up to his hit A First Book of Dinosaurs.  

Published by Walker Books this month, the new collection transforms fascinating facts about creepy crawlies into playful, punchy poems full of humour, wonder, and heart. From beetles with explosive backsides to spiders with fangs as big as a cheetah’s claws, A First Book of Bugs invites readers aged between three and 11 years to explore the wild and tiny world beneath their feet. The poems are brilliantly brought to life by illustrator Adam Ming, whose colourful artwork ensures these miniature marvels leap off the page. 

To celebrate the book’s launch, Simon is teaming up once again with musician Gecko for a brand-new live show packed with poems, raps, and songs about bugs you know, and a few you don’t! The show follows the team’s successful tour for The Great Big Dinosaur Show, which thrilled audiences across more than 50 UK venues. 

Performances are planned at highlights including family events at the Natural History Museum and Cheltenham Literary Festival. 

Simon Mole is also known for his YouTube poetry workshops and previous books including I Love My Bike and I Love My Cat. To find out more please visit simonmole.com

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