{"product_id":"kaleidoscope-of-hope-how-butterfly-life-cycles-reflect-our-world-9780063144101","title":"Kaleidoscope of Hope: How Butterfly Life Cycles Reflect Our World","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"A stunning exploration of butterfly cycles, care, and collective action--exceptional in both form and purpose.\" --\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews \u003c\/i\u003e(starred review)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe butterfly's life cycle will inspire young readers to connect with the world around them in this gorgeously illustrated narrative nonfiction picture book. A perfect nature book for readers of \u003ci\u003eHoneybee\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eA Seed Is Sleepy\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA kaleidoscope is a tube with mirrors and pieces of colored material that reflect beautiful moving patterns. Kaleidoscope is also the collective noun used to describe a group of butterflies. This narrative nonfiction picture book uses both definitions to highlight the cyclical nature of caring for the environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a richly layered text, acclaimed author Miranda Paul explores each stage of a butterfly's life cycle, while providing lessons in care and responsibility and encouraging hope for the future of our planet. Husband-and-wife team Hari and Deepti use intricate paper sculptures and paint to bring the butterflies to life in stunning, three-dimensional artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages children to spend time outdoors, observing nature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduces ways for children to care for the environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs well with science curricular units on the life cycle of butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInformative backmatter includes an activity to help the butterflies in your own yard or garden and a behind-the-scenes look at how the distinctive artwork was created.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in both art and science classrooms!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Miranda Paul\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Greenwillow Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/12\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 40\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.02lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 10.79h x 8.41w x 0.39d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780063144101","brand":"Ripon Bookstore","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":66868623310893,"sku":"9780063144101","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/0501\/1245\/files\/img_43653022-3f8b-485d-9ae1-fad80a2c456f.jpg?v=1781547203","url":"https:\/\/riponbookstore.com\/products\/kaleidoscope-of-hope-how-butterfly-life-cycles-reflect-our-world-9780063144101","provider":"Ripon Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}