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I AM A BUTTERFLY IBD

WISDOM HEART, LLC
09 / 2017
9780996915939
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Have you ever been scared of the dark? Or big life changes? Then let a butterfly show you the way.Using dazzling, detailed full-color photographs,á'I Am a Butterfly'áteaches the main stages of metamorphosis from the point of view of the butterfly, which is both educational and entertaining.A monarch butterfly faces metamorphosis, overcomes her fear of the dark chrysalis, and takes flight with beautiful new wings. Big changes, no matter how scary at first, can bring new friends and new opportunities filled with delicious nectar.Resources and action points provide many ways to become actively engaged in protecting the endangered monarch butterfly population at home, at school, and in your community. Readers will learn how to attract monarchs to their own backyard, which is great fun and supports the endangered monarch butterfly population. Although perfect for teachers, parents, kids, and monarch butterfly lovers, adults can also relate to the butterflyâÇÖs big changes and be reminded that after the dark scary chrysalis comes the beautiful wings.'I Am a Butterfly'áincludes:*Beautiful photos of each stage of metamorphosis*Ideas to attract monarchs to your school or backyard*Resources to protect monarch butterflies*Internet links for butterfly research* A life cycle diagram*Fun facts about butterflies*Opportunities to discuss life skills.The authorâÇÖs website provides a plethora of resources, including photos and videos, for learning about the monarch butterflyâÇÖs lifecycle more in-depth. Teaching resources are also available.Book Awards:*2018 Purple Dragonfly Award: 1st Place, ChildrenâÇÖs Picture Books, 6 & Up*2018 Purple Dragonfly Award: Honorable Mention, ChildrenâÇÖs Picture Books, 5 & Younger*2018 Purple Dragonfly Award: Honorable Mention, Green Books/Environmental*2017 Nautilus Award: Silver Medal - ChildrenâÇÖs Picture Books/NonFictionReviewsAn engaging book for children with vivid photographs and a simple, graceful narrative.á~Kirkus ReviewsThis lovely childrenâÇÖs book captures the science and splendor of the monarchâÇÖs miraculous adventure from egg to butterfly. The authorâÇÖs own dazzling photographs guide the reader on the fascinating journey of metamorphosis and serve as a metaphor for the beauty to be found on the other side of surprising life changes.á~Tierra Curry, Senior Scientist at the Center for Biological Diversity, and leads the CenterâÇÖs campaign to save the monarch butterflyI Am a Butterflyáis an exquisite, metaphorical story describing the organic transformation of a monarch butterfly as it moves through its life cycle. The various life cycle stages, so beautifully photographed, parallel the process and patience needed to mindfully cultivate awareness of our own human experience of change.á~Susan Lubar Solvang, Founder and President, Growing Minds, Inc.I Am a Butterflyáis a charming tale about the monarch butterflyâÇÖs life cycle. Beautiful photographs will inspire wonder at this mysterious process of change. Readers ca

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