Author & Illustrator Profile
David A. Carter
10 Books
David A. Carter is a master paper engineer and author famous for his intricate and playful pop-up books. He is best known for the 'Bugs' series, including the classic 'How Many Bugs in a Box?', which has sold millions of copies worldwide. His work combines bright illustrations with complex mechanical paper designs.
Books in "Bugs"
Grab your hard hat and get ready to join the busiest bugs around! In this incredibly fun construction adventure, you will meet a wacky crew of bugs who love to build, dig, and hammer away. From the mighty Bulldozer Bugs to the hardworking Hammer Bugs, everyone has a special job to do. You can watch as they work together all week long to create something truly amazing. Each page brings a new surprise, popping right out at you to show the teamwork it takes to get a big job done. When Friday finally arrives, you will get to see the spectacular creation they built just for you. If you love big trucks, handy tools, and funny little creatures, this interactive story will have you cheering for the best building crew in town.
6-8 Years
Bundle up and step into a winter wonderland filled with the silliest little creatures you have ever seen! The beloved bugs are back, and this time they are ready to celebrate everything that makes the snowy season so incredibly fun. You can join them as they ride up the towering ski lifts, make beautiful snow angels, and catch tiny snowflakes on their tongues. Every time you turn a page, a bright and cheerful winter scene pops right out to greet you. After a long day of playing in the chilly weather, you can even settle down with the bugs for a delicious cup of hot chocolate. It is the perfect adventure to share when the weather outside is cold, bringing you all the joyful magic of a snowy day right into your warm hands.
6-8 Years
Get ready to open up some very strange boxes and discover the funny surprises hiding inside! If you love a good laugh and want to practice your counting, you are in for a wonderful treat. Inside each brightly colored box, you will find a different number of wacky little creatures waiting to pop out and say hello. You can count from one all the way up to ten as you lift the flaps and watch these comical bugs spring to life. Some of them run, some of them eat, and some of them even know how to swim! Every page is a brand new adventure filled with colorful surprises that will keep you guessing. It is a wildly entertaining way to practice your numbers while giggling at the silliest bugs in town.
6-8 Years
Prepare yourself for a hilarious adventure that will have you laughing out loud from the very first page! If you enjoy a fantastic joke and love searching for hidden surprises, these silly insects are ready to become your new best friends. You can lift the clever flaps to discover fifty eight fantastic riddles that will keep you and your friends guessing all day long. Have you ever wondered what happens when you cross two Banana Peel Bugs? You will have to open the book to find out the wacky answer! Along with the brain teasing riddles, a special sound feature brings the giggles right into your room. It is a wonderfully interactive experience that combines brain bending puzzles with non stop comedy, making it the perfect choice for anyone who loves a good laugh.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
Get ready to hop into the most colorful and surprising spring celebration of the year! Your favorite wacky little creatures are back, and they are so excited to celebrate Easter with you. As you explore the bright and beautiful pages, you will find all sorts of funny bugs playing hide and seek behind beautifully decorated Easter eggs. You get to be the detective and pull back the flaps to see who is hiding underneath! Every page brings a brand new surprise, full of springtime cheer and silly pop up fun. Whether they are painting eggs or getting ready for a big holiday parade, these bugs know exactly how to make you smile. It is a wonderful way to welcome the sunny season with plenty of giggles.
6-8 Years
When the sun goes down and the stars come out, it is time to get ready for sleep with a very special group of friends! This soothing but incredibly fun adventure features a wonderful cast of sleepy little creatures who are preparing for a good night of rest. Instead of just listening to a story, you actually get to help the bugs get ready for bed! You can pull the clever tabs, spin the exciting dials, and watch as colorful pop ups bring the nighttime routines to life right in front of your eyes. It is a wonderfully interactive way to wind down after a long, busy day. The gentle surprises and funny bug characters will make going to sleep your absolute favorite part of the day.
6-8 Years
14 Pages
Experience the incredible magic of the holiday season with the most festive little creatures around! The snow is falling, the bells are ringing, and the bugs are getting ready for the best Christmas Day ever. You are invited to join the celebration by opening up all sorts of merry pop up surprises. Can you guess who is hiding snug and warm inside the chimney? Do you know what special treats are waiting inside the stockings hung with care? Every page asks a fun question, and you get to discover the answer hidden beneath the flaps and towering paper trees. From shimmering stars to sweet holiday tins, this joyful adventure is packed with seasonal cheer that will make you feel the true warmth of the holidays.
6-8 Years
20 Pages
Pack your sunglasses and grab your sunscreen because it is time to head to the sunny shore! All of your favorite wacky creatures are going to the beach, and they want you to come along for the fun. This incredible summertime adventure captures everything you love about warm, breezy days and magical summer nights. You will meet busy Picnic Bugs munching on tasty snacks, watch thrilling Rollercoaster Bugs zoom through the air, and even see beautiful fireflies glowing in the dark. With amazing flaps to lift, giant pop ups to explore, and real lights that shine right off the page, every moment is packed with discovery. It is the absolute perfect way to experience the joy of a beach vacation, no matter what time of year it is!
6-8 Years
16 Pages
Get ready to learn your letters in the silliest and most exciting way possible! This brilliant alphabetical adventure takes you on a journey from A all the way to Z, guided by a hilarious cast of popping, spinning, and zooming bugs. For every single letter of the alphabet, there is a brand new, wildly creative bug waiting to jump right off the page and introduce itself. You get to interact with the clever pop ups and pull tabs to see exactly what makes each letter so special. Whether they are dancing, hiding, or flying through the air, these funny little creatures make practicing your alphabet an absolute blast. It is a fantastic hands on experience that turns learning into an unforgettable game of discovery and surprise.
6-8 Years
26 Pages
It is time to open up a brand new batch of mysterious boxes and see what incredibly colorful surprises are hiding inside! If you love solving a fun puzzle and discovering bright, beautiful shades, these wacky bugs are here to help you explore the rainbow. Every page features a wonderfully designed box that you get to open all by yourself. Once you peek inside, a vibrantly colored insect will spring to life right before your eyes! You will learn all about different colors while laughing at the silly shapes and funny faces of your new buggy friends. With clever movable parts and eye popping surprises around every corner, this brilliant adventure makes discovering the world of colors the most exciting game you will play all day.
6-8 Years
20 Pages
