Waiting for Wings

Waiting for Wings is a vibrant, engaging introduction to the magical life cycle of butterflies.

Through simple, rhyming text and bold, color-drenched collage illustrations by Lois Ehlert, young readers follow the transformation of butterflies from tiny hidden eggs, to hungry caterpillars, to dazzling adults ready to take flight. The story answers common questions—where butterflies come from, what they eat, and how they change—using language that’s clear, playful, and easy to understand.

Beyond the story, this book includes butterfly and flower facts, identification tips, and a beginner-friendly guide to planting a butterfly garden, making it both a joyful read and a hands-on learning resource.

Why we love it

• Explains the butterfly life cycle in a clear, memorable way
• Rhyming text that’s fun to read aloud
• Stunning collage illustrations that celebrate color and nature
• Includes gardening tips that encourage real-world action

Great for

• Preschool and early elementary readers
• Butterfly and pollinator enthusiasts
• Classrooms, homeschoolers, and libraries
• Families interested in planting for pollinators