The Story of the Butterfly Children [Hardcover]

Sibylle Von Olfers (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 2009 | Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up

Far far away, the butterfly folk live in a kingdom of beautiful gardens. The butterfly children play, dance and sing all day long with their little brothers and sisters, the caterpillars. The children can't wait until the first day of spring, when they will finally get their wings. But first, they must learn about the many brightly-coloured flowers in the kingdom, so they can take part in the flying procession of peacock, swallowtail, red admiral and many other butterflies. Beautifully illustrated in the art nouveau style, this is another classic children's story from the author of "The Story of the Root Children" and "The Story of the Wind Children".

Editorial Reviews

Review

'This beautifully illustrated book is another classic children's story from the author.' -- Kindling, Spring/Summer 2009 'Floris Books offers an amazing array of enchanting story books including The Story of the Butterfly Children. Beautifully illustrated in the art nouveau style, this book really captured the imaginations of our young readers ... Perfect for sharing, this is a beautiful book that also teaches children about the life-cycle of a butterfly.' -- Creative Steps Magazine, March/April 2009

About the Author

Sibylle von Olfers' (1881-1916) blend of natural observation and use of simple design has led to comparisons with Kate Greenaway and Elsa Beskow. Her other published works include The Story of the Root Children, Princess in the Forest, The Story of the Snow Children and The Story of the Wind Children.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Hardcover: 20 pages
• Publisher: Floris Books (March 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0863156886
• ISBN-13: 978-0863156885
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 11.7 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #63,359 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars For a little older children, May 18, 2009

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Maggie "Maggie" (New Hampshire, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Story of the Butterfly Children (Hardcover)

This is a very nice book with lots of beautiful illustrations and my son and I enjoy reading this book. The only problem that I have with it for now is that the book is made for a little bit older children than the other Sibylle Von Olfers books, like "The Story Of The Wind Children" or "The Story Of The Snow Children" etc. This book seems to fit better kids of age 6 and older, even so, we do enjoy the illustrations.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Story of the Butterfly Children, June 12, 2009

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Kathleen "offpath" (Siler City NC USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: The Story of the Butterfly Children (Hardcover)

The whole series is absolutely delightful! They please not only the eye of a child, but an adult as well. The stories are captivating and the illustrations are mesmerizing. I am taken with it all....