Describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, and different kinds of butterflies. Features see-through pages that change the pictures.
Children's Literature
Another entry in the "First Discovery Book" series, this spiral-bound book with acetate overlays presents interesting facts about butterflies. From a close up of the various body parts, to a magnified view of the wing, a brief description of mating, birth and transformation from a caterpillar to a beautiful butterfly, the material is appropriate for young children. There are pictures of a variety of colorful butterflies including the smallest and the largest. Children are cautioned not to chase butterflies but to catch them in a net-on the condition that they release them- "They are delicate and precious insects and must be treated gently." 1997 (orig.
Another entry in the "First Discovery Book" series, this spiral-bound book with acetate overlays presents interesting facts about butterflies. From a close up of the various body parts, to a magnified view of the wing, a brief description of mating, birth and transformation from a caterpillar to a beautiful butterfly, the material is appropriate for young children. There are pictures of a variety of colorful butterflies including the smallest and the largest. Children are cautioned not to chase butterflies but to catch them in a net-on the condition that they release them- "They are delicate and precious insects and must be treated gently." 1997 (orig.
