I can’t believe it has been two years since my boys and I raised Monarch Butterflies here at home. My oldest son still talks about it and my youngest still thinks every butterfly he sees may just be the one we released.
A gift from dear family friends, our caterpillars arrived with enough fresh milkweed to help them grow (and oh, how they grow) and transform into beautiful Monarchs. The boys were enthralled by it all and we were lucky enough to see the exact moment of transformation from caterpillar to pupa and pupa to butterfly. The bookshelf in our kitchen became our own private Discovery Channel!
These short term pets make a great birthday gift, science project, and/or just family fun! I’ve seen kits purchased from other farms, but have been most impressed by the business below. The fresh milkweed and the large Monarchs offer a great “ahhh” factor. No need to but extra materials, the simple $10 kit allows you to raise and then simply release these beautiful creatures. Remembering it all, makes me want to order some more this summer!
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