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Ace Lacewing, Bug Detective, in "Bad bugs are my business"

David Biedrzycki · 2009

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Ace Lacewing, Bug Detective, in "Bad bugs are my business" by David Biedrzycki. This book is content notes include Frightening scenes, Violence; positive qualities include Creativity & curiosity, Good role models.

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Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes1/5
  • Violence1/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5
  • Courage & resilience2/5

What’s in it?

Frightening scenes1/5
Why this rating?

A kidnapping occurs, but it is presented in a non-frightening, whimsical manner.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

Features mild cartoon conflicts typical of a detective story.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience2/5
Why this rating?

Ace demonstrates bravery in pursuing his investigation.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

The inventive insect world, wordplay, mystery structure, and visual storytelling strongly encourage imagination and curiosity.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Diverse variety of insect species represented.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Introduces various insect names and roles in a fun, fictional context.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Characters work together to resolve the issue.

Positive messages2/5
Why this rating?

Emphasizes the value of observation, intelligence, and solving problems.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Ace is a clever and diligent detective.

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  1. What was the most imaginative idea in the story, and what would you add to it?
  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in Ace Lacewing, Bug Detective, in "Bad bugs are my business" would you have made differently, and why?
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