This illustrated, fact-filled title explores the huge variety of insects, with a focus on what makes an insect an insect, the differences between the groups, and why insects are the most important animal group on Earth.

Projects based on Dowding's no-dig technique are broken down into easy, step-by-step processes, designed to be carried out by children. Running throughout the gardening projects are extra little facts about plants and wildlife, as well as things to look out for when you are outdoors.