Overview
Now in paperback for the first time, this book from award-winning artist Sylvia Long and author Dianna Hutts Aston is a gorgeous and informative introduction to the world of butterflies. From iridescent blue swallowtails and brilliant orange monarchs to the worlds tiniest butterfly (Arian Small Blue) and the largest (Queen Alexandra's Birdwing), an incredible variety of butterflies are celebrated here in all of their beauty and wonder. Perfect for a child's bedroom bookshelf or for a classroom reading circle!
Full Product Details
Author: Dianna Hutts Aston ,
Sylvia Long
Publisher: Amicus
Imprint: Amicus
Dimensions:
Width: 22.90cm
, Height: 0.80cm
, Length: 27.90cm
Weight: 0.408kg
ISBN: 9781607533535
ISBN 10: 1607533537
Pages: 36
Publication Date: 01 July 2013
Recommended Age: From 5 to 10 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
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Children / Juvenile
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
[T]his beautiful book... invites 5- to 10-year-olds to enjoy the variety, complexity and sumptuousness of natural things - The Wall Street Journal A lovely mix of science and wonder. - Publishers Weekly Starred Review Similar butterfly albums abound, but none show these most decorative members of the insect clan to better advantage - Kirkus Reviews This lovely combination of elegant watercolors and lyrical text is both eye-catching and informative - School Library Journal Starred Review PUBLISHERS WEEKLY STARRED REVIEW \ A lovely mix of science and wonder\ KIRKUS REVIEWS \ Similar butterfly albums abound, but none show these most decorative members of the insect clan to better advantage\ SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL, STARRED REVIEW \ This lovely combination of elegant watercolors and lyrical text is both eye-catching and informative\
This lovely combination of elegant watercolors and lyrical text is both eye-catching and informative - School Library Journal Starred Review
A lovely mix of science and wonder. - Publishers Weekly Starred Review [T]his beautiful book... invites 5- to 10-year-olds to enjoy the variety, complexity and sumptuousness of natural things - The Wall Street Journal Similar butterfly albums abound, but none show these most decorative members of the insect clan to better advantage - Kirkus Reviews This lovely combination of elegant watercolors and lyrical text is both eye-catching and informative - School Library Journal Starred Review SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL, STARRED REVIEW\ This lovely combination of elegant watercolors and lyrical text is both eye-catching and informative\ PUBLISHERS WEEKLY STARRED REVIEW\ A lovely mix of science and wonder\ KIRKUS REVIEWS\ Similar butterfly albums abound, but none show these most decorative members of the insect clan to better advantage\
Author Information
Dianna Hutts Aston is the author of many books for children and is the founder of the nonprofit foundation for disadvantaged children, The Oz Project. She lives in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Sylvia Long is the illustrator of many best-selling books for children, including Sylvia Long's Mother Goose and Hush Little Baby. She lives in Scottsdale, Arizona, with her husband and their dogs.
