Monarch Butterfly

<b>Introduce young readers to the fascinating process of how catepillars become butterflies. </b> <p/>Follow the transformation from a tiny white egg laid on a leaf to a brilliantly colored butterfly in this kid-friendly introduction to metamorphosis. With detailed bright watercolors Gail Gibbons illustrates the life cycle of the monarch butterfly stage by stage as it grows changes and takes flight. <p/>With clear labeled diagrams and simple text that defines and reinforces important vocabulary <i>Monarch Butterfly </i>introduces key concepts of insect anatomy and behavior. And of course the unique migration of the monarch-- which can range up to four thousand miles-- is covered with descriptions of how the insects travel and how people in their path celebrate the occasion. <p/>This classic look at butterflies also includes directions on raising your own monarch at home and a page of fun facts about these colorful butterflies.