Curious minds, get ready to explore!
Welcome to the Brite Star Science: Know-ItAll! series — where learning is an adventure! In this collection, you’ll discover amazing facts, meet fascinating creatures, and explore the wonders of our world. From animals and weather to nature’s mysteries and the marvels of science, each book is packed with bite-sized knowledge and incredible illustrations to make learning fun.
Part of the Brite Star Museum of Science, these books are designed to spark curiosity and inspire discovery. Whether you’re reading about roaring dinosaurs, shimmering butterflies, or explosive volcanoes, you’ll find exciting stories and real science in every page.
What is a Butterfly?
A butterfly is a colorful insect with four wings covered in tiny scales. They belong to a group called Lepidoptera, which means “scale-winged.”
Life Cycle: Egg
Every butterfly starts as an egg, often laid on the underside of leaves. Some eggs are round, while others are oval or shaped like tiny barrels.
Life Cycle: Caterpillar When the egg hatches, a caterpillar (larva) emerges. Its main job is to eat and grow, shedding its skin several times as it gets bigger.
Life
Cycle:
Chrysalis
When the caterpillar is ready, it forms a chrysalis (pupa).
Inside, it goes through a transformation called metamorphosis.
Life Cycle: Adult Butterfly
After days or weeks, the butterfly emerges from the chrysalis with soft, folded wings. It pumps fluid into them to make them strong and ready for flight.
Butterfly Wings Butterfly wings are covered in tiny scales that give them their colors and patterns. Some scales make colors with pigments, while others reflect light like a rainbow.
