Welcome to Insectarium Junior, created in collaboration with the Royal Entomological Society.

This museum is open all hours, and there are hundreds of specimens to explore. Walk the galleries to meet shimmering butterflies, jewel-like beetles, glowing fireflies and enormous stick insects in this beautifully illustrated guide to the insects that inhabit almost every corner of the globe. This new edition of the bestselling Insectarium includes text specially written for younger readers, perfect for children aged 7+.

Breathtaking artwork from the award-winning illustrator and fashion designer Emily Carter brings each creature to life. Step inside to explore the incredible world of insects.

Intricately detailed artwork by award-winning British illustrator and fashion designer Emily Carter combines with an expert text by award-winning author and University of Sussex professor David Goulson. A must-have for all budding entomologists and nature lovers. -- Pam Norfolk * Yorkshire Evening Post *
This sumptuously illustrated guide introduces insect life to 7+ year olds using fascinating chunks of text and richly detailed artwork. [...] Perfect for KS2, it supports science learning and builds understanding of insect diversity and evolution. Highly recommended. -- Tom Tolkien * The School Reading List *

Dave Goulson is Professor of Biology at University of Sussex, specialising in bee ecology. He has published more than 300 scientific articles on the ecology and conservation of bumblebees and other insects. He is the author of the Sunday Times bestseller A Sting in the Tale, now translated into seventeen languages. This was followed by A Buzz in the Meadow in 2014, Bee Quest in 2017, The Garden Jungle and Gardening for Bumblebees in 2019, and Silent Earth in 2021.

Emily Carter is an award-winning British designer based in London, specialising in hand illustrated silk accessories, stationery and furnishings. Her collections incorporate themes from natural history, flora, fauna and scientific illustration to create surreal and unique illustrations and prints.

The Royal Entomological Society is devoted to the understanding and development of insect science. The RES support international collaboration, research and publication. They aim to show every person how remarkable and valuable insects are and want to enrich the world with insect science.