{"product_id":"when-you-see-us-the-mysterious-world-of-aquatic-insects-9781536230727","title":"When You See Us: The Mysterious World of Aquatic Insects","description":"\u003cb\u003eThink that mosquito you just swatted is nothing more than a pest? This poetic text and gorgeous artwork offer a closer look at the life cycles of aquatic insects. Prepare to be amazed!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhen you see us, \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ethink of what we were\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eand what we became.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHiding underneath leaf fronds or nestled along the muddy floor of a pond are the eggs of numerous aquatic insects. They're not always easily observable, or even identifiable, but that doesn't mean they're not there. Their transformation is rapid, extreme, often hidden from the human eye--and truly incredible. Once you take a close-up look at these dramatic life cycles, from minuscule larvae to wondrous insects, you'll find it impossible to look at a dragonfly, a mayfly, a diving beetle, or even a mosquito the same way again. Katherine Hocker's lyrical narration and Svabhu Kohli's lush, inviting illustrations bring a renewed appreciation for aquatic insects that are often considered a nuisance, while detailing just how integral they are to our ecosystems and habitats. Back matter offers additional details on the insects, including what they eat, where they live, and how they move.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Katherine Hocker\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Candlewick Press (MA)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/17\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 32\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.95lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.40h x 11.10w x 0.40d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781536230727\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAudience:\u003c\/b\u003e Ages 4-8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e 02\/01\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e 11\/15\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eKatherine Hocker\u003c\/b\u003e is an illustrator and teacher with a degree in biology and a graduate certificate in science communications. She is also the author of many books, including \u003ci\u003eI Was: The Stories of Animal Skulls\u003c\/i\u003e, illustrated by Natasha Donovan. She lives in Gustavus, Alaska. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eSvabhu Kohli\u003c\/b\u003e is an independent visual storyteller deeply inspired by the natural world and its mechanics. Their work includes illustration, large-scale murals, design, sculpture, installation, photography, and film, focusing on the intersection of magical realism, art, science, and conservation. Svabhu Kohli lives in India.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"Katherine Hocker \/ Hardcover \/ English","offer_id":47754061676701,"sku":"9781536230727","price":37.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_fa74e7a5-7365-48a2-a1ac-c67000564ffa.jpg?v=1774332331","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/when-you-see-us-the-mysterious-world-of-aquatic-insects-9781536230727","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}