The Butterfly Book: A Kid's Guide to Attracting, Raising, and Keeping Butterflies

by Don Hamilton

Full of intriguing facts presented in a readable way, this guide will appeal to children studying butterflies in the classroom or the backyard. Full-color photographs and ink drawings with watercolor washes illustrate the text.

40 pages, Paperback

First published March 26, 1997

Reviews

[Bix · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fascinating look at butterflies, with practical tips on how to recognize different butterfly species, how to catch them, and how to safely raise and care for them at home. Chock-full of information and written in easy, conversational language, any child interested in butterflies will be mesmerized."

CIP: "Explains how to attact, identify, and raise butterflies."

Booklist: "...Surveys the life stages, body structures, and habits of butterflies. Full of intriguing facts presented in a readable way, this guide will appeal to children studying butterflies in the classroom or the backyard."

Barnes & Noble: "An oversized, 40-page that offers lots of scientific information on butterflies and practical information on dealing with them."

Note: the author's name should be listed as Kersten Hamilton.