Insects that Use Colour

Insects that Use Colour is an expository text that explores how butterflies, caterpillars, and moths use colours to protect themselves and ward off predators.

Many images are labelled and some are paired with captions that provide extra information. Some illustrations support interpretation and increase understanding. An index is included.

Interest words include butterfly, insects, moths, caterpillars, and eyespots. Some adjectives are used. An activity that asks students to think about other insects that use colour is presented in the Teacher’s Guide Notes.

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