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In this tale, the butterflies spend most of each year collecting petals from throughout the world to make a special kind of butter. They only choose ones from yellow flowers to make their butter nice and bright, beginning early in the springtime with specimens such as daffodils and pansies. Every season brings a new bloom for them to gather, with their favorite one being buttercups during the summer. Fall is another good time for the same task, since they can gather petals from varieties like sunflowers, zinnias, and marigolds. But eventually, the butterflies will meet up and create a fresh batch of butter, using morning dew they have gathered, magical dust from their wings, and similar tricks to get it just right. The finished butter even has a distinct shape—a nice, fat caterpillar.
It is fun to read stories bursting with creativity, and this one is no exception. Beautifully colored illustrations highlight the butterflies as they embark on their quest to find yellow petals, transforming the process into a fantastical undertaking. However, even though it is fantastical, it also cleverly teaches young readers about the types of yellow flowers that are common in the Spring, Summer, and Fall. It might even encourage children to pay closer attention to the world and seek out some of these flowers for themselves, which is admirable for any book to accomplish. Hearing about these kind butterflies would easily be appropriate for daycares, story time at libraries, and right before bed. The rhyming throughout adds another soothing layer to the experience. Regardless of the situation, this story is a fun journey with magical butterflies that children are sure to love.
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