The emergence of periodical cicadas every 13 or 17 years rates as one of the most spectacular phenomena in the insect world. Children will be enthralled by these bizarre bugs described in lively text with photographs in exquisite detail. The book follows the bizarre life cycle of the 17-year cicada.This book is suitable for children age 6 to 9. Extensive back matter includes more on the science of cicadas, websites, and a bibliography. This book is being released just in time for the emergence of Brood X of the periodical cicadas across eastern United States.