"Butterflies for Kiri" by Cathryn Falwell is a heartwarming story about a young girl named Kiri who finds joy and beauty in nature, particularly in butterflies. As she explores her surroundings, Kiri discovers the transformation of caterpillars into butterflies, drawing parallels to her own journey of growth and change. With vibrant illustrations, the book highlights themes of patience, resilience, and the magic of nature, encouraging young readers to appreciate the world around them and find their own wings. Through Kiri’s experiences, the narrative invites children to embrace their individuality and the wonder of life’s cycles. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2009 by Lee & Low Books Inc .

Cathryn Falwell received a BFA degree in printmaking from the University of Connecticut School of Fine Arts. After launching a graphic design business and then a family, she began to write and illustrate children's books, something she'd wanted to do since second grade. Ms. Falwell lives in Gorham, Maine.