"The life cycle of the monarch butterfly begins when it is a tiny egg clinging to a leaf. In time, it goes through a transformation called metamorphosis to become a butterfly, and in the fall, it can migrate almost 100 miles each day. In this book, follow the story of one monarch butterfly and elarn about what it eats, how it grows, and more."--Dust jacket flap.

Introduces readers to butterflies and the process by which they go from being an egg, to a caterpillar, to a chrysalis, and finally to a butterfly.

Presents a simple overview of the lives and life cycle of butterflies, starting with an egg, hatching into a caterpillar, spinning a cocoon, and emerging as a butterfly.

"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!"--Amazon.com.

Color photographs and simple text explore the physical characteristics, behaviors, diet, and life cycle of butterflies. Includes an image of a butterfly with its body parts labeled, a glossary, and a list of additional resources.

Photographs and text provide an introduction to butterflies, explaining what they look like, how they grow, what they eat, and where they live, and discussing their enemies and relationship to people.

"A brief introduction to butterflies, discussing their characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and predators. Includes a range map, life cycle illustration, and amazing facts"--Provided by publisher.

Rhyming text explains the nature and habits of butterflies.

Describes the physical characteristics and life cycle of butterflies and identifies specific examples including the Monarch butterfly, Satyr butterfly, Swallowtail, and moth.

Do you know the differences between a butterfly and a moth? One animal has furry feelers and a chubby body. The other has clubbed feelers and a thin body. Find out which animal is which.