The Day the Dung Beetle Defeated the Dark (Paperback)
Language: English
Published by Estelle Cheuk, 2026
- Softcover
- New
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Paperback. What if the tiniest creature in the Africa turned out to be the bravest of all? The Day the Dung Beetle Defeated the Dark is a beautifully illustrated children's picture book that blends adventure, humour, and real science to share with kids that every creature - no matter how small or smelly - has an important role to play.Scara the dung beetle dreams of being fast like the cheetahs, tall like the giraffes, or strong like the elephants. At school, everyone is eager to boast about their amazing animal family skills. until it's Scara's turn. When her classmates laugh at her, Scara starts to believe that being a dung beetle is the worst thing in the world.But when Africa's nocturnal animals steal the sun and plunge the savannah into darkness, Scara and her dad reveal their incredible secret powers - reading the stars, navigating the Milky Way, and moving objects thousands of times their own weight. Suddenly, the animals who once teased her must rely on Scara's courage, cleverness, and unique and somewhat unusual dung beetle strengths to bring back the dawn.Full of heart, humour, and astonishing real-life animal facts, this inspiring animal adventure teaches children: Self-esteem, confidence, and not just embracing who you are, but loving who you are too. That every creature in nature plays an important roleThe power of teamwork and courageAmazing science facts about African animals, nocturnal wildlife, dung beetles, and their role in the ecosystem With its joyful illustrations, empowering message, and "Science Stuff!" educational section at the end, this book is perfect for: Ages 3-7Read-aloud story time or early readersClassrooms and librariesNature, wildlife, STEM, and science learningKids who love animals, bugs, and adventure storiesA funny, uplifting picture book that proves even the smallest hero can make the biggest difference. A heartwarming story about Scara, a little dung beetle who feels small next to Africa's fastest, tallest, and strongest animals. But when eternal darkness falls over the savannah - only she and her dung beetle talents can save the day. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. …
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- Title
- The Day the Dung Beetle Defeated the Dark (Paperback)
- Author
- Estelle Cheuk
- Publisher
- Estelle Cheuk
- Publication year
- 2026
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1739745205
- ISBN 13
- 9781739745202
- Illustrator
- Procenko, Arina; Abbas, Fatima
The Day the Dung Beetle Defeated the Dark is a beautifully illustrated children’s picture book that blends adventure, humour, and real science to share with kids that every creature – no matter how small or smelly – has an important role to play.
Scara the dung beetle dreams of being fast like the cheetahs, tall like the giraffes, or strong like the elephants. At school, everyone is eager to boast about their amazing animal family skills… until it’s Scara’s turn. When her classmates laugh at her, Scara starts to believe that being a dung beetle is the worst thing in the world.
But when Africa’s nocturnal animals steal the sun and plunge the savannah into darkness, Scara and her dad reveal their incredible secret powers – reading the stars, navigating the Milky Way, and moving objects thousands of times their own weight. Suddenly, the animals who once teased her must rely on Scara’s courage, cleverness, and unique and somewhat unusual dung beetle strengths to bring back the dawn.
Full of heart, humour, and astonishing real-life animal facts, this inspiring animal adventure teaches children:
- Self-esteem, confidence, and not just embracing who you are, but loving who you are too.
- That every creature in nature plays an important role
- The power of teamwork and courage
- Amazing science facts about African animals, nocturnal wildlife, dung beetles, and their role in the ecosystem
- Ages 3–7
- Read-aloud story time or early readers
- Classrooms and libraries
- Nature, wildlife, STEM, and science learning
- Kids who love animals, bugs, and adventure stories
- Celebrating Earth Day 2026
A funny, uplifting picture book that proves even the smallest hero can make the biggest difference.
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