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Handle with Care : An Unusual Butterfly Journey

Loree Griffin Burns, Ellen Harasimowicz

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Unique A whimsical peek into the secret life of butterflies.

This book is a perfect read for nature enthusiasts who are curious about the intricate world of butterflies. Through its vibrant illustrations and engaging narrative, "Handle with Care" takes readers on a captivating journey inside a butterfly farm in Costa Rica. The most distinctive feature of this book is its ability to seamlessly blend science and adventure, making it an educational and entertaining read for both children and adults. So, if you're ready to unwrap the secrets of butterfly raising and embark on a remarkable journey, this book is the one for you. Happy reading!

  • Pennsylvania Young Readers' Choice Award Nominee for Grades 3-6 (2016)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Handle with Care : An Unusual Butterfly Journey

by Loree Griffin Burns, Ellen Harasimowicz
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ISBN: 9780761393429
Authors: Loree Griffin Burns, Ellen Harasimowicz
Publisher: Millbrook Press ™
Date of Publication: 2014-01-01
Related Collections: Nature, Science
Related Topics: Animals, Environment, Nature
Goodreads rating: 4.22
(rated by 538 readers)

Description

Some farms grow vegetables or grains, and some raise cows, sheep, chickens, or pigs. But have you ever heard of a butterfly farm? How do you raise a butterfly?On a farm in Costa Rica, workers care for these delicate, winged creatures as they change from eggs to caterpillars to pupae. Like any other crop, the butterflies will eventually leave the farm. But where will they go? And just how do you ship a butterfly?Very carefully! To discover how it works, follow these butterflies on a remarkable journey!
 

Unique A whimsical peek into the secret life of butterflies.

This book is a perfect read for nature enthusiasts who are curious about the intricate world of butterflies. Through its vibrant illustrations and engaging narrative, "Handle with Care" takes readers on a captivating journey inside a butterfly farm in Costa Rica. The most distinctive feature of this book is its ability to seamlessly blend science and adventure, making it an educational and entertaining read for both children and adults. So, if you're ready to unwrap the secrets of butterfly raising and embark on a remarkable journey, this book is the one for you. Happy reading!

  • Pennsylvania Young Readers' Choice Award Nominee for Grades 3-6 (2016)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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