Kleven, Elisa. Glasswings: A Butterfly's Story. NY: Dial Books for Young Readers, 2013. 32p. This beautiful picture book introduces students to the glasswing butterfly, who has transparent wings and is found in the rainforests of Central and South America. When the butterfly is swept away by a strong wind, she ends up in a concrete city where she eventually befriends a pigeon, ladybug and ant. The characters work together to successfully turn a vacant lot into a beautiful garden by contributing their own special talents. The collage illustrations will draw readers in while reinforcing how each insect contributes to the beauty of nature. This picture book is a delightful addition to any science unit on butterflies, insects or habitats.
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