Bugsters is an amazing book written by Tim Russ and Jedda Roskilly. A great children's short about a group of friendly bugs.
The first part of the book (Work It Out) is centered around a restaurant in the forest which is run by a spider named Millie and befriended by her friends Sterling, Harry, Flo, Pie, Stretch and Stix who tell the tale of learning the importance of working together to solve a problem. A fun and creative way to tell small children what it means to work together.
The second part of the book (The Mothmen) teachers a more complex message in a simple way. They learn that prejudice comes in many forms and just because people say something, doesn't necessarily make it true. Learning things for yourself - helps you judge people for who they are...not who other people think they are.
This is a great story for preschoolers and fun to read with your kids.
Now I saved the best for last....the CD this book comes with is a amazing. All the characters come to life with vocal talents of people like the author Tim Russ himself, Chase Masterson and Ethan Phillips. It brings the story to life with humor, passion and heart. (Tim was Tuvok on Star Trek Voyager, Ethan was Nelix on Star Trek Voyager and Chase was Leeta on Star Trek Deep Space 9.)
There are great songs like the Bugster theme itself is catchy and fun and very contemporary for adults and for the young ones. The song Work It Out is a catchy tune with a small message!
Overall this is a great childrens book and CD. Every family should have this - it has heart, humor and great music! What more could you ask for! (9-2011)