A Shimmer of Butterflies The Brief, Brilliant Life of a Magical Insect |
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| Author:
| Hunt, Joni Phelps |
| Editor:
| Leon, Vicki |
| Series title: | Jean-Michel Cousteau Presents Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-9666490-6-2 |
| Publication Date: | Apr 2005 |
| Publisher: | London Town Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $9.95 |
Book Description:
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Nothing is more beautiful than a field covered with monarch butterflies - in fact, a field full of any butterfly species is quite magical. Recognized across cultures as a symbol of hope and rebirth, this lovely creature is the subject of
A Shimmer of Butterflies. A photographic trove for young readers, the book focuses on the butterfly's amazing life cycle. With 43 gorgeous color photos, it shows the process of metamorphosis; the incredible migration of the monarch which...
More DescriptionNothing is more beautiful than a field covered with monarch butterflies - in fact, a field full of any butterfly species is quite magical. Recognized across cultures as a symbol of hope and rebirth, this lovely creature is the subject of A Shimmer of Butterflies. A photographic trove for young readers, the book focuses on the butterfly's amazing life cycle. With 43 gorgeous color photos, it shows the process of metamorphosis; the incredible migration of the monarch which spans generations; the threats posed from the loss of habitat; and more. The book presents numerous interesting facts for young readers including everything from how a butterfly's body parts help it to live uniquely to how these amazing navigators determine their flight patterns.