The Story of the Butterfly Children

Sibylle von Olfers

Price:	£10.99
Publication Date:	22 Jan 2009
Availability:	Available to buy

Far far away, the butterfly folk live in a kingdom of beautiful gardens. The butterfly children play, dance and sing all day long with their little brothers and sisters, the caterpillars.

The children can’t wait until the first day of spring, when they will finally get their wings. But first, they must learn about the many brightly coloured flowers in the kingdom, so they can take part in the flying procession of peacock, swallowtail, red admiral and many other butterflies.

Beautifully illustrated in the art nouveau style, this is another classic children’s story from the author of The Story of the Root Children and The Story of the Wind Children.

Reviews

'This beautifully illustrated book is another classic children's story from the author.'
-- Kindling, Spring/Summer 2009

'Floris Books offers an amazing array of enchanting story books including The Story of the Butterfly Children. Beautifully illustrated in the art nouveau style, this book really captured the imaginations of our young readers … Perfect for sharing, this is a beautiful book that also teaches children about the life-cycle of a butterfly.'
-- Creative Steps Magazine, March/April 2009

About the Author(s)

Sibylle von Olfers' (1881-1916) blend of natural observation and use of simple design has led to comparisons with Kate Greenaway and Elsa Beskow. Her other published works include The Story of the Root Children, Princess in the Forest, The Story of the Snow Children and The Story of the Wind Children.

Useful Things to Know

Don't miss more beautiful children's picture books by Sibylle von Olfers:
The Story of the Root Children
The Story of the Root Children -- a mini gift edition
My First Root Children -- a board book edition of The Story of the Root Children for little hands
The Story of the Snow Children
The Story of the Wind Children
The Princess in the Forest
The Story of the Rabbit Children