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A Shimmer of Butterflies - (Jean-Michel Cousteau Presents) 2nd Edition by Joni Phelps Hunt (Paperback)
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Highlights
- Nothing is more beautiful than a field covered with monarch butterflies - in fact, a field full of any butterfly species is quite magical.
- 10 Years
- 11.2" x 8.5" Paperback
- 48 Pages
- Juvenile Nonfiction, Animals
- Series Name: Jean-Michel Cousteau Presents
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About the Book
Nothing is more beautiful than a field covered with monarch butterflies - in fact, a field full of any butterfly species is quite magical. Recognized across cultures as a symbol of hope and rebirth, this lovely creature is the subject of "A Shimmer of Butterflies." A photographic trove for young readers, the book focuses on the butterfly's amazing life cycle. With 43 gorgeous color photos, it shows the process of metamorphosis; the incredible migration of the monarch which spans generations; the threats posed from the loss of habitat; and more. The book presents numerous interesting facts for young readers including everything from how a butterfly's body parts help it to live uniquely to how these amazing navigators determine their flight patterns.Book Synopsis
Nothing is more beautiful than a field covered with monarch butterflies - in fact, a field full of any butterfly species is quite magical. Recognized across cultures as a symbol of hope and rebirth, this lovely creature is the subject of A Shimmer of Butterflies. A photographic trove for young readers, the book focuses on the butterfly's amazing life cycle. With 43 gorgeous color photos, it shows the process of metamorphosis; the incredible migration of the monarch which spans generations; the threats posed from the loss of habitat; and more. The book presents numerous interesting facts for young readers including everything from how a butterfly's body parts help it to live uniquely to how these amazing navigators determine their flight patterns.From the Back Cover
Butterflies and moths grace nearly all the earth and have done so for millions of years. They're masters of disguise and shameless copycats, simply to survive. Some travel thousands of miles in mass migrations. Others spend their life cycles on an acre or two.Dimensions (Overall): 11.2 Inches (H) x 8.5 Inches (W) x .18 Inches (D)
Weight: .58 Pounds
Suggested Age: 10 Years
Series Title: Jean-Michel Cousteau Presents
Sub-Genre: Animals
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Number of Pages: 48
Publisher: London Town Press
Theme: Insects, Spiders, etc.
Format: Paperback
Author: Joni Phelps Hunt
Language: English
Street Date: April 28, 2005
TCIN: 93193993
UPC: 9780966649062
Item Number (DPCI): 247-10-4791
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.18 inches length x 8.5 inches width x 11.2 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.58 pounds
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