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Beetle Boy reading notes, videos and activities

M. G. Leonard is the author of Beetle Boy, Beetle Queen and Battle of the Beetles – a middle-grade series that is ideal for children aged eight and up. Grounded in entomology, the Beetle Boy series is mysterious, thrilling, and certain to encourage an interest in creepy-crawlies!

‘Truly great storytelling’ MICHAEL MORPURGO
‘I predict Beetle-mania’ THE TIMES
‘Perfect for fans of Roald Dahl’ BOOKTRUST

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Discussion guides

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