The Amazing Bug Trap

The Amazing Bug Trap highlights how creative problem-solving and teamwork can lead to success. When Mr Harris discovers pests damaging his prized cabbages, his neighbours Maria and Tom work together to invent a solution. Their first trap fails, but through trial and error-and the clever addition of a light stick-they succeed. This story encourages perseverance, scientific thinking, and collaboration. It integrates scientific vocabulary and literacy strategies such as predicting and identifying cause and effect. The engaging illustrations add depth, and the text structure provides a natural flow for retelling or summarising. The story also links to STEM learning and gardening themes, making it ideal for cross-curricular integration.

Educational Benefits:

• Encourages inquiry-based learning and problem-solving strategies.
• Introduces cause and effect through relatable storytelling.
• Supports vocabulary expansion with scientific and garden-related words.
• Reinforces comprehension strategies such as main idea and prediction.

Classroom Ideas:

• Design and build simple bug traps or insect habitats.
• Chart the sequence of the scientific method using the story.
• Grow vegetables in class and monitor for bugs-journal observations.
• Discuss teamwork and perseverance using character examples.

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages: 6-8
• Book size: 200mm x 190mm
• Child-safe materials; no loose parts
• Perfect for STEM integration and guided reading