Explores the evolution of insects from the earliest known prehistoric species through modern examples. Highlights important features in the evolution of various species, how the environment shaped these evolutionary features, and important discoveries made by scientists. Includes an additional facts section with a timeline, sidebars and color photographs, a glossary, source notes, and resources for further information.

Incredible insects -- Dragonflies and damselflies -- Cockroaches, termites, and mantises -- Beetles -- Butterflies and moths -- Flies and fleas -- Bees, wasps, and ants -- Grasshoppers, crickets, and katydids -- Research today -- Essential facts.