Learning about the Life Cycle of a Butterfly

C has always been a fan of Eric Carle, the author of the well-known book, The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Since she was a baby, I've read the story to her regularly, and that probably forged her interest in caterpillars and butterflies.

We just visited the library the other day, and C LOVES picking out books by herself. She stumbled upon this book titled Ten Little Caterpillars, written by Bill Martin, Jr, and illustrated by Lois Ehlert.

Ten Little Caterpillars by Bill Martin, Jr.

It immediately became her favourite read among the pile of books we borrowed. The rhymes in the book were really catchy, and we both enjoyed how the book ended with details of each of the ten caterpillars featured.

Details of the ten caterpillars.

We learnt about each caterpillar's diet, and what each caterpillar grew to become. This gave us the opportunity to recap on the story, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and at the same time discuss about a butterfly's LIFE CYCLE. We made a little illustration of a butterfly's life cycle, and I asked C to fill in the various stages with stickers.

A simple illustration of a Butterfly's Life Cycle

Well, I'm totally new to blogging, and would love to share activities that can be downloaded for printing. When I figure out how to upload printables, please check back for additional activities that C and I have done that are related to learning about life cycles! Meanwhile, do share if you have any other ideas that you may have. I would really love to hear from you!