Butterflies for Kids

Explore the wonderful world of butterflies with the Junior Scientist series for kids ages 6 to 9

Have you ever wondered how chubby caterpillars transform into beautiful, graceful butterflies? Or why some butterflies have bright, colorful wings while others look plain? Butterflies for Kids answers all your questions with fascinating facts, photos, and illustrations. Learn about the butterfly life cycle, their unusual behaviors, and impressive migrations. You’ll even find tips for attracting butterflies to your backyard and using a kit to raise your own!

This standout among butterfly books for kids includes:
The complete life cycle—Discover how caterpillars grow, what happens inside a chrysalis, how butterflies find mates, and how they stay safe out in the wild.

Backyard butterfly profiles—Learn all about 32 different butterflies commonly found in North America, including monarchs, swallowtails, painted ladies, and more.

Stats and facts—Explore where and when you can spot different butterflies, what they like to eat, and other fun facts that make each species unique.


Take a journey through the lives of butterflies with Butterflies for Kids!