21 Best Butterfly Books for Kids in Preschool & Kindergarten

This charming padded board book tells the story of a little caterpillar and its transformation into a beautiful butterfly.

With colorful illustrations and simple text, the book is perfect for young children just learning about the life cycle of butterflies.

Age rating: 0-3 years.

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This classic children's book from Eric Carle tells the story of a caterpillar's journey as it eats its way through different fruits and foods, eventually transforming into a beautiful butterfly.

The book is a great introduction to the life cycle of a butterfly, and its vibrant illustrations and simple language make it a beloved favorite for young readers.

Age rating: 2-6 years.

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In this gentle bedtime story by Ross Burach, a little girl watches as a butterfly flits through her garden before settling down to rest.

The girl wishes the butterfly a goodnight and the butterfly responds by showing her all the things it has seen on its travels.

With soothing illustrations and lyrical text, this book is perfect for bedtime reading.

Age rating: 2-6 years.

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This book from National Geographic Kids takes readers on a journey through the world of butterflies.

With stunning photographs and simple text, children will learn about butterfly anatomy, behavior, and habitats.

The book also includes fun facts and activities.

Age rating: 3-7 years.

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In this colorful picture book, by Danica Mckellar, ten butterflies take flight, each with a different color and pattern.

As they soar through the air, they encounter different animals and natural wonders, leading them on a magical adventure.

The book features playful rhymes and math concepts, making it a fun and educational read for young children.

Age rating: 3-7 years.

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In this colorful and interactive book from Lois Ehlert, readers follow the journey of a butterfly from egg to adult.

With pop-ups, flaps, and vibrant illustrations, the book brings the butterfly life cycle to life.

The book also includes information on butterfly gardening and tips for attracting butterflies to your own backyard.

Age rating: 3-7 years.

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This book by Sam Swope and illustrated by Sue Riddle, follows the migration of a Monarch butterfly from Canada to Mexico, as it makes its incredible journey through different landscapes and encounters various challenges.

With vivid illustrations and lyrical text, the book is a great introduction to the concept of migration for young readers.

Age rating: 4-8 years.

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This unique alphabet book features different species of butterflies for each letter of the alphabet.

With interesting facts and detailed illustrations, the book is a great way to learn about butterflies while also reinforcing letter recognition and vocabulary.

Age rating: 4-8 years.

This beautifully illustrated book from Dianna Aston and illustrated by Slyvia Long, explores the world of butterflies, from their life cycle and habitats to their behaviors and physical characteristics.

With lyrical text and stunning artwork, the book is a great way to introduce young readers to the wonders of nature.

Age rating: 4-8 years.

In this humorous picture book, an impatient caterpillar can't wait to turn into a butterfly and experience all the wonders of flight.

But when the caterpillar finally transforms, it discovers that flying is harder than it imagined.

With silly illustrations and witty text, this book is sure to delight young readers.

Age rating: 4-8 years.

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In this popular book from the Fancy Nancy series, Nancy is on a mission to find the perfect butterfly for her nature club.

With her trademark flair and style, Nancy learns all about butterflies and their habitats. The book includes fun facts and a butterfly guide.

Age rating: 4-8 years.

This beautifully illustrated book follows a young girl as she explores a meadow and discovers the wonders of butterfly metamorphosis.

From caterpillar to chrysalis to butterfly, the little girl witnesses the stages of the butterfly's life cycle and learns about the importance of conservation.

The book is both informative and poetic, making it a lovely read for all ages.

Age rating: 4-10 years.

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In this heartwarming story, Velma Gratch is the youngest in a family of overachievers, struggling to find her own unique talents.

When she becomes fascinated with a butterfly that visits her schoolyard, she learns about the butterfly life cycle and becomes an expert on the subject.

With charming illustrations and relatable characters, the book is a great way to teach children about self-discovery and the wonders of nature.

Age rating: 4-8 years.

This interactive book provides a playful introduction to the world of insects, including butterflies, moths, beetles, and more.

Using colorful illustrations and clever rhymes, the book teaches children about insect habitats, camouflage, and defensive tactics. It also includes hidden pictures and mazes for added entertainment.

Age rating: 5-10 years.

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This colorful book introduces young readers to the world of butterflies.

With clear photographs and easy-to-understand text, kids will learn about the butterfly life cycle, the different types of butterflies, and their habitats.

The book also includes fun activities and a butterfly field guide.

Age rating: 5-10 years.

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This interactive book invites young readers to explore the world of butterflies through scratch-off pages and tracing activities.

With simple instructions and fun facts about butterflies and their friends, kids will learn about butterfly anatomy and behavior while enhancing their fine motor skills.

Age rating: 5-10 years.

This book from National Geographic Kids and written by Laura Marsh explores the incredible journeys of animals as they migrate across the world.

One chapter is devoted to the monarch butterfly, highlighting their unique migration pattern and the challenges they face along the way.

The book is filled with stunning photographs and interesting facts about migration.

Age rating: 6-9 years.

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This educational book explores the fascinating world of butterflies and moths, delving into their intricate life cycles, unique behaviors, and surprising adaptations.

From camouflage to mimicry, this book reveals the secrets that make butterflies some of the most amazing creatures on Earth.

Age rating: 7-12 years.

This informative book explores the life cycle and migration of the monarch butterfly.

Through vivid photographs and engaging text, readers will learn about the butterfly's transformation from caterpillar to butterfly and their incredible journey from Canada to Mexico.

Age rating: 7-12 years.

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This hands-on guide teaches children how to raise and care for monarch butterflies.

With step-by-step instructions and colorful illustrations, kids will learn how to find monarch eggs and caterpillars, how to create a safe habitat (which could be used to create a butterfly garden.), and how to release the butterflies into the wild.

The book also includes fun facts and activities.

Age rating: 8-12 years.

This instructional book teaches readers how to create beautiful origami butterflies. With step-by-step instructions and colorful illustrations, readers will learn the art of folding paper to create stunning butterfly designs.

The book also includes two instructional DVDs for added guidance.

Age rating: 10+ years (due to the complexity of origami folding).