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Amazing Butterflies and Moths by John Still; Full-color photos & full-color illus. Fabulous photos reveal the differences between these two families of insects and an easy-to-read text explains why moths are attracted to light, why some caterpillars are so hairy, and more.   From the Trade Paperback edition.

Becoming Butterflies by Anne F. Rockwell Let the scientist in every child take wing. One day Miss Dana brings a surprise to school--three striped caterpillars and a flowerpot full of milkweed. Her students can't believe that these tiny, wriggling creatures less than an inch long will grow into butterflies, fragile beauties strong enough to fly thousands of miles to their winter home in Mexico. And so begins a magical month of metamorphosis. The children observe and draw the changes they see as the caterpillars transform themselves right before their eyes. When the newly formed butterflies break free of their chrysalises, it is time for the class to let them go find their place in the world. This captivating concept book simply and eloquently invites young children to witness and celebrate the cycle of life.

Butterflies by Seymour Simon Butterflies are beautiful, inspiring, amazing insects. Did you know that butterflies . . . have eyes that can look in all directions—up, down, forward, backward, left, and right—all at the same time? taste with their feet? can migrate 3,000 miles every year? Award-winning science writer Seymour Simon invites readers to explore the world of butterflies and moths with fascinating facts and stunning full-color photographs. Learn where to find butterflies and moths, how to observe them in nature, and how to plant your very own butterfly garden!

Butterflies and Moths by Nic Bishop Award-winning author and photographer NicBishop brings his vast knowledge of biologyto this eye-catching exploration of butterfliesand moths. With breathtaking full-page images,Nic introduces young readers to the beautyand diversity of these amazing insects, fromthe shockingly bright blue morpho butterfly tothe nearly transparent glasswing butterfly to themouthless luna moth. The simple, engaging textpresents both basic information and fun, quirkyfacts about the insects' appearance, habits, andlife cycle--including a double gatefold spread ofa butterfly in flight.

An Extraordinary Life by Laurence Pringle Introduces the life cycle, feeding habits, migration, predators, and mating of the monarch butterfly through the observation of one particular monarch named Danaus.

From Caterpillar to Butterfly by Deborah Heiligman A caterpillar comes to school in a jar and the class watches the caterpillar each day as it grows and changes. Soon, it disappears into a hard shell called a chrysalis. Where did it go? This is a perfect beginner's guide to the mystery of metamorphosis. Named as a NSTA/CBC Outstanding Science Trade Books for Children, this book explains the life cycle from caterpillar to butterfly with easy-to-follow prose from Deborah Heiligman and warm, colorful illustrations from Bari Weissman. This is a Stage 1 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explains simple science concepts for preschoolers and kindergarteners. Let's-Read-And-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series. Supports the Common Core Learning Standards and Next Generation Science Standards

It Could Still Be a Butterfly by Allan Fowler Lyrical text just right for young nature lovers describes the life of a typical North American bumblebee queen. Follow the queen as she finds a nest, gathers nectar, lays eggs, and tends her colony through spring, summer, and fall. Scientifically accurate illustrations include captivating details of hive life.

Traveling Butterflies by Susumu Shingu Monarch butterfly migration is one of nature’s great mysteries. How do monarchs manage to fly some 2,500 miles from Canada and the northern United States south to Mexico? How do they trace a route they’ve never flown and reach the same destination their ancestors once found? Traveling Butterflies indulges the awe these creatures inspire by taking a poetic, meditative look at the monarch’s life cycle. In a lyrical voice that seamlessly blends fact and storytelling, the book zooms in to show a monarch’s progression from an egg the size of a dewdrop through growth, metamorphosis, and preparation for their journey south. Rich illustrations in a vibrant color palette bring the butterflies to life and depict the rural and urban landscapes through which they fly. Rounded out with a page of factual text about monarchs and their migration, this informational picture book will leave readers equal parts informed and entranced.

The Butterfly House by Eve Bunting; Greg Shed (Illustrator) With the help of her grandfather, a little girl makes a house for a larva and watches it develop before setting it free. And when the girl grows old, the butterflies come back to return her kindness.

Charlie the Caterpillar by Dom DeLuise; Christopher Santoro (Illustrator); Dom Deluise When Charlie the caterpillar is born, everything looks bright and beautiful, and Charlie feels happy to be alive. He decides to set out and see the world. As Charlie wanders, he meets one group of animals after another, playing together and having fun. At each encounter, Charlie innocently asks if he might join in, and each time he gets the same reply: "No! Now giddadda here!" when Charlie asks why, he's told he's just an ugly caterpillar -- and not wanted. At first Charlie is mystified, then hurt, then finally begins to feel ugly. As winter approaches, our friendless Charlie sighs and spins himself a cocoon. When spring arrives, the cocoon opens and out comes Charlie -- now a beautiful butterfly. Suddenly he's popular beyond his wildest dreams. Suddenly everyone wants him to be part of their group. But Charlie puts these fair-weather friends properly in their place in this heartwarming story about the meaning of true friendship.

The Very Impatient Caterpillar by Ross Burach

Caterpillars and Butterflies by S. Turnbull

Caterpillars, Bugs and Butterflies by Mel Boring; Linda Garrow (Illustrator)

Handle with Care by Loree Griffin Burns; Ellen Harasimowicz (Illustrator)

A Butterfly Is Patient by Dianna Hutts Aston; Sylvia Long (Illustrator)

Waiting for Wings by Lois Ehlert (Illustrator)

Caterpillar to Butterfly by Lisa M. Herrington

Monarch Butterfly by Gail Gibbons (Illustrator)

Monarch Butterfly by Bill Ivy