Frightening Fleas (Bugged Out! The World's Most Dangerous Bugs)

It begins with the true story of John and Lucinda Tull, a married couple who became gravely ill while visiting New York City in 2002 and were eventually diagnosed with bubonic plague, a rare disease spread by infected fleas. Through their dramatic experience, readers discover how fleas live, feed, and transmit illnesses between animals and humans. 

The book combines an attention-grabbing real-life survival story with accessible information about parasitic insects, disease transmission, and public health, helping young readers understand why such tiny creatures can pose a surprisingly serious threat.