An introduction to the world of insects, caterpillars, and butterflies including identification information, educational activities, and fun facts. Invites young naturalists to spot wildlife. Safety tips are provided and interesting activities are suggested. Color illustrations enhance the presentation.
Here’s a sample of the great information you’ll find inside:
TIPS TO FIND THIS TREE
Look for Willows along riverbanks; they like it when their roots are wet.
LIFESPAN AND USES
Ash trees live about 100 years and make great baseball bats.
INTERESTING FACTS
Bees use the sticky gum on Cottonwood buds to seal cracks in their hives.
LEAVES
Sycamore leaves are hairy underneath, and large – up to 10″ wide!
BARK
Ponderosa Pine bark looks like big puzzle pieces.
SEEDS
Maple seeds are winged and look Ike the blades of a helicopter.
Plus fun actives like making a bark-rubbing poster or pine cone peanut butter bird feeder, and an eight page scrapbook for drawings, notes or anything else.
By Diane L. Burns, illustrations by Linda Garrow.