A Butterfly Called Hope

For the child who marvels at garden visitors and needs help understanding the beauty of letting go as things grow and change.

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About This Book

Reach for this book when your child is facing a transition or struggling with the concept of letting go of something they love. It is perfect for children who have grown attached to a temporary joy, such as a summer friend, a classroom pet, or a found treasure in nature, and need help understanding that releasing something can be an act of love. The story uses the real-life life cycle of a Monarch butterfly to mirror human emotions of hope and patience. Mary Alice Monroe blends scientific wonder with a gentle, reassuring tone that is ideal for children ages 4 to 8. It transforms the potential sadness of saying goodbye into a celebratory moment of growth and new beginnings, making it a beautiful tool for building emotional resilience and a love for the natural world.

Curiosity & Wonder Bugs & Insects Letting Go Nature & Outdoors Farming & Gardening Patience & Waiting Saying Goodbye Animals

What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

A brief moment of sadness occurs when the child must say goodbye to the butterfly.

Sensitive Topics

The book deals with the concept of letting go and saying goodbye. The approach is metaphorical, using the butterfly's migration as a stand-in for life's transitions. It is secular and the resolution is deeply hopeful, framing the departure as a necessary and beautiful fulfillment of the butterfly's purpose.