A Butterfly Is Patient

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title A Butterfly Is Patient
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Dianna Hutts Aston
Illustrated by Sylvia Long
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:40
Dimensions(mm): Height 279,Width 229
ISBN/Barcode 9781452141244
ClassificationsDewey:595.789
Audience
Children / Juvenile

Publishing Details

Publisher Chronicle Books
Imprint Chronicle Books
Publication Date 3 March 2015
Publication Country United States

Description

Now in paperback for the first time, this book from award-winning artist Sylvia Long and author Dianna Hutts Aston is a gorgeous and informative introduction to the world of butterflies. From iridescent blue swallowtails and brilliant orange monarchs to the worlds tiniest butterfly (Arian Small Blue) and the largest (Queen Alexandra's Birdwing), an incredible variety of butterflies are celebrated here in all of their beauty and wonder. Perfect for a child's bedroom bookshelf or for a classroom reading circle!

Author Biography

Dianna Hutts Aston is the author of many bestselling books for children. She is also the founder of The Oz Project, a nonprofit foundation which provides inspirational hot air balloon experiences to disadvantaged children. She lives in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Visit her at www.diannahaston.com. Sylvia Long is the award-wining illustrator of many bestselling books for children. Her detailed paintings are inspired by her love of animals and the outdoors. She lives in Scottsdale, Arizona, with her husband and their dogs, Jackson and Truman. Visit her at www.sylvia-long.com.