Books with title Life of a Butterfly

How long does it take for a caterpillar to transform into a butterfly? What happens inside a cocoon? Questions such as these and more are answered in this exciting book about the life cycle of a butterfly, which addresses current science curriculum topics. The simple text is supplemented with vibrant, full-color photographs, helpful fact boxes, and informative diagrams to give readers a strong understanding of this essential elementary topic. The life cycle of a butterfly is a popular life cycle to study, and this book presents this familiar topic in a creative and fresh way.

A young child from the northern United States spots a Monarch butterfly laying eggs and keeps watch as the eggs hatch and the new caterpillars munch away on leaves. Readers will follow along as the narrator observes the butterflies' behavior up close, including the amazing metamorphosis of caterpillars into adult Monarch butterflies and their migration to Mexico. Colorful photos, diagrams, and clear, age-appropriate text will engage young readers as they explore the life cycle, natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of these beautiful insects. The diary format models scientific observation and critical thinking--and encourages children to keep notebooks recording their own investigations into the natural world.