The Prince of Butterflies

By Bruce Coville

Book Overview

One summer morning, a flock of butterflies alights on John Farrington's house and changes his life forever. Surrounding John in his yard, the monarchs ask for his help. They have lost their way. The... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0152014543
• ISBN13: 9780152014544
• Release Date: April 2002
• Publisher: HMH Books for Young Readers
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.0" x 0.3" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 6 to 9 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 4

Customer Reviews

Meaningful picture book!

This is one of the most meaningful picture books I have read in a long time. The message is so important for children if our environment is to survive many more generations. My students have sat spellbound as I read this book out loud to them. The discussions afterward are incredible. This book is a must for all school, classroom, and home libraries.

This one will stay with you for a long, long time...

One of the most evocative children's books I've seen in years. The art is simply spellbinding---and the ending will touch all but the hardest of hearts. An unusual picture book in that it creates some real narrative and emotional tension along the way before winding up to a wonderful finish. My kids were leaning forward in anticipation.A must for any Monarch lover.

A fantastic book for everyone

A wonderful book! The highly original story works seamlessly with the astoundingly beautiful paintings to create a very powerful reading experience. It is a magical tale combined with an effective message about the real plight of the Monarchs. Everyone I show this book to loves it; all are inevitably moved both by the story and the gorgeous illustrations. The Prince of Butterflies is a very uplifting book that all ages can appreciate, and I think it's destined to be a classic.

Beautiful illustrations, touching story

John Clapp's illustrations are magnificent, and enhance a touching and moving story. The whole package is something to treasure forever. It is one of those books that children will remember fondly, and share with their own families in the future.

Wonderful illustrations, haunting story

Story and illustrations fit together perfectly. After just one reading your child will remember both for the rest of their life but will want to return to the book over and over...