Why I Don’t Squish Bugs Anymore (Book Review)

Written for little children children, this seems to be the youngest book I’ve reviewed, in terms of audience. I requested the title after coming across it on Facebook, because the title and premise grabbed my attention.

The book explores the importance of taking care of God’s creatures— even tiny little bugs!

I think this is an important for Christians, in general— one that we so often overlook. After all, God told Adam and Eve to rule over Creation! And for little children, specifically, it is important to learn how to be good stewards (which does not include squashing innocent little bugs).

Scripture Connection

God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky and over every living creature that moves on the ground.”

Gen. 1:28

Message

The sweet little story teaches, not only that we should take care of tiny creatures, but also about God’s love. In this way, the message is pro-life, as well as one of responsible stewardship.

Story-Telling

Overall, language is very simple. One new vocabulary word is “cherish,” used to describe God’s feeling toward us and Creation.

Illustrations

Illustrations are by Laura Olson, so this is probably a husband-wife (or possibly sibling) duo. The graphics are colorful and sweet, including “bug-eyed” (in the truest sense of the word) insects and soothing color-choices.

Note

This is an LDS title by a Mormon missionary. I requested the title because of the book’s truthful message, although I’m not LDS. Illustrations depict a Mormon missionary in the traditional outfit.

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