Airplanes in the Garden

By Joan Z. Calder

Book Overview

Author Joan Z. Calder combines a charming narrative with an easily understood science lesson; and illustrator Cathy Quiel adds vibrant watercolor not often seen in a childrens book. An imaginative young girl learns about the wonders of nature and the secrets of metamorphosis as she observes two special caterpillarsfrom the moment she discovers their eggs on the milkweed leaves until their emergence as beautiful monarch butterflies. This book also includes: Monarch science facts, maps of the monarch migration, a butterfly song and tips on growing a butterfly-friendly garden.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0983296219
• ISBN13: 9780983296218
• Release Date: May 2011
• Publisher: Willow Creek Press
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.1" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 5 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3