An Extraordinary Life
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1996 · Est. 1 hour read

An Extraordinary Life

Written by Laurence Pringle and Bob Marstall

Follow a monarch's journey through life and survival.

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64 pages· 10,952 words· Est. 1 hour read· 1140L
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Witness the incredible journey of Danaus, a monarch butterfly, as it navigates the challenges of life. From feeding and migration to evading predators and finding a mate, each stage is a testament to nature's resilience. What trials will Danaus face, and will it complete its life cycle against all odds?

From the publisher

Introduces the life cycle, feeding habits, migration, predators, and mating of the monarch butterfly through the observation of one particular monarch named Danaus.

Awards

Orbis Pictus Award (1998)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
64
Words
10,952
Reading age
9–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
1140L
Themes & topics
Books about butterflies
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
7.2
F&P level
~Z
AR points
2
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
28238
Publication
Published
March 1, 1997
First published
October 1, 1996
Publisher
Orchard
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780531300022

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