The Itching Powder Plot: A Science Comic Book About Plants (Evil Beetle Versus Science) - Softcover

Mason, Paul

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1526325624 ISBN 13: 9781526325624

Publisher: Wayland, 2025

Synopsis

A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about plants. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle thinks she can get rid of an annoying kid by growing a rose and making itching powder. But, Evil Beetle doesn't know enough about science to make the plan work! The hilarious story is full of facts about plants and is perfect for children aged 6 plus who love comic books. For children progressing through book bands, it is suitable for children reading at Book Band 9: Gold.

Evil Beetle Vs Science is a series of books about a hapless anti-heroine and her loyal band of minibeast sidekicks. Evil Beetle's plots keep going wrong because she doesn't understand science! Luckily her friend Smart Snail is on hand to explain, and readers will learn key science concepts while enjoying Evil Beetle's attempts to keep her garden free from intruders.
Titles in the series: The Shadow of Doom (Light); The Itching Powder Plot (Plants); The Alarm Call (Sound); The Electric Attack (Electricity); The Garden Force Attack (Forces); Building the Secret Headquarters (Materials).

About this title

About the Authors

Paul's books cover a wide range of subjects, from whether the Romans ate crisps to how to build the world's best skatepark, but he writes mostly about sport. Whether you are interested in swimming, cycling, snowboarding, surfing or another sport, Paul has probably written something that will inspire you to get out and give it a try. Paul writes in a shack by the beach, which he shares with his one-eyed surf dog, Daisy.

Scott Garrett, freelance illustrator living in the UK, has worked for clients nationally and internationally, including Vodafone, Nestle, VW, GQ, The Guardian, Los Angeles Times, Boston Globe, Business Week, Klutz Books, Faber & Faber and Random House.

Edition details

• Publisher: Wayland
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1526325624
• ISBN 13: 9781526325624
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Garrett Scott
• Number of pages: 32