Alamosa Public Library

Young naturalists learn early that when butterflies and moths first hatch from an egg, they re in the form of caterpillars. They probably don t know that as caterpillars grow, they shed skin, and then eat it. Readers will find this entertaining and accessible look at these ubiquitous larvae exceptionally informative. Carefully chosen photographs support the text and key science vocabulary.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of a variety of caterpillars.

Take a flight of fancy with nature's most beguiling creatures. See their miraculous transformation from lowly caterpillar to airborne adult, and learn why these delicate insects have long inspired and entraced us.

Colorful or dull. Wings up or wings down. Active at night or prefers daylight. Is it a butterfly or moth? Learn how these beautiful insects are alike and how they differ.

"A caterpillar hatches. It eats and eats . . . and grows into a butterfly that flits and floats across the sky. Follow the life cycle of one of natures most beautiful creatures in simple text and stunning photos. This unique book features graduated flaps that display each stage of metamorphosis at a glance."--Amazon.com.

Despite his friends' teasing, Oscar the caterpillar studies to prepare for becoming a butterfly and migrating to Mexico, so when things do not turn out as he expects, he is still able to make his dream come true.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar spends a day in the snow admiring snowflakes, snowmen, and snowforts.

Simple text introduces caterpillars, including facts on what they look like, how they behave, what they eat, and how they change into butterflies.

A basic overview of the life cycle of a butterfly.