Frank Carlson Library

"With warm and heart-fluttering illustrations, discover the next nonfiction picture book about butterflies and moths from the creator of the New York Times bestseller Women in Science!"--

A comprehensive and fully illustrated guide, this book is the definitive photographic reference guide for anyone interested in butterflies and moths found in Britain and Ireland. Every species that occurs regularly in Britain and Ireland is included, along with a section dealing with the 'rarest of the rare' - extinct species or very rare immigrants. There follows the main section of the book, which covers our larger moths; every species that occurs...

A scientific study that keeps in mind the needs of butterfly collectors and of all those who love the country in the hope that it may increase their pleasure by widening the scope of their interests. This edition is exclusive to newnaturalists.com Dr. Ford, the author of this fascinating volume on butterflies, was an enthusiastic butterfly collector in his youth. He was not only a professional biologist of great distinction but also brought his wide...

Moths provides a comprehensive account of the diverse natural history of these fascinating and popular insects. Another volume in the popular New Naturalist series, this book is a comprehensive account of the diverse natural history of these fascinating and popular insects. Michael Majerus, author of the popular New Naturalist Ladybirds, examines all aspects of moths, from their life histories to their role as pests to humans. He covers their reproduction,...

"Why I Became a Butterfly by T. Caterpillar," authored by the talented Judith Ann Gore Smith, is a captivating and beautifully illustrated children's book that unravels the magical journey of T. Caterpillar's transformation into a stunning butterfly. With its whimsical prose and enchanting illustrations, this book introduces young readers to the fascinating concept of metamorphosis in a way that is both educational and delightful.

Large type, sight words, and short sentences help young readers learn to count. Colorful illustration show pretty butterflies of different colors flying to a beautiful flower on the left side of each page. First one butterfly, then two arrive, soon young children will be counting one to ten.

Rosalie wurde an einem Frühlingstag vor den Augen ihrer Mutter eingefangen und lebt seitdem im Kinderzimmer eines vorwitzigen Menschenkindes. Ein Marmeladenglas, das zwischen Büchern und Legosteinen auf einem Schrank steht, ist zu ihrem einsamen Zuhause geworden. Als der Junge eines Tages vergisst, das Glas zu verschließen, gelingt Rosalie die Flucht aus ihrer Gefangenschaft. Sofort macht sie sich auf den abenteuerlichen Weg, ihre Familie wiederzufinden. Kaum...

Spines, false eyes, looking like poop...colorful photos and descriptive text help explain the body parts, characteristics, and life cycles that make caterpillars special-and creepy. Amazing photos and simple text make this book a great high-interest read.

BEING BEAUTIFUL IS ALL ABOUT FEELING BEAUTIFUL. Little Catarina is a sweet caterpillar with one tiny little flaw: She has no reflection. She can't help it. This is how she was born. Being different comes with some difficulties. Although her classmates at CaterSchool call her names sometimes and make her feel like she doesn't fit in, no one finds her missing reflection a bigger problem than Catarina herself. She just wishes she could see what...

Bright wings flap through the sky on a warm summer day. Butterflies add color to our world. But these amazing bugs are so much more than their colorful wings. Follow along as they go from crawling caterpillar to beautiful butterfly. Then, learn what they eat, how they stay safe, and how they help flowers bring even more color to our world. Engaging photos paired with simple text make this a perfect fit for any bug-loving early reader. Glossary of...