{"product_id":"insect-lore-butterfly-garden-8-inch-habitat-gift-set-10-live-painted-lady-caterpillars","title":"Insect Lore Butterfly Garden 8-inch Habitat Gift Set – 10 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars","description":"\u003ch2\u003eInsect Lore Butterfly Garden 8-inch Habitat Gift Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch caterpillars become butterflies with a complete hands-on science activity designed for kids, families, homeschool groups, and classrooms. This kit includes 10 live Painted Lady caterpillars, nourishing food, and an 8-inch reusable mesh habitat to experience the butterfly life cycle at home or school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this kit engaging is the real-time, sensory journey—from tiny caterpillars nibbling on food to delicate wings unfurling. While individual results vary, many families and educators report a vivid, curiosity-fueling experience and a sense of responsibility from daily care and observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e10 live Painted Lady caterpillars and nutritious food\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMini 8-inch reusable pop-up mesh habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFeeding tools and two Chrys-a-lid holding logs for easy transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eButterfly feeder and sugar packets for nectar feeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSTEM-accredited butterfly journal to track growth, stages, and notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo exclusive 3D butterfly stickers and a wind-up butterfly toy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearning benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHands-on science activity that blends observation with inquiry and record-keeping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for spring and summer projects, home learning, or classroom demonstrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReusable habitat supports ongoing exploration and a clear lifecycle narrative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare, use, and safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive insects are included and should be opened upon arrival. Caterpillars ship within the continental U.S. and are best released when outdoor temperatures are between 50 and 90 F. Use the Chrys-a-lid logs and tools as directed for safe handling and transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy families choose Insect Lore\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith more than five decades in science education, Insect Lore brings trusted, STEM-aligned kits to homes and classrooms. This Butterfly Garden kit combines hands-on activity with nature-based learning, offering a meaningful way to explore exploration, observation, and the wonder of life cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGetting started is simple. Set up the habitat, introduce the caterpillars, observe daily changes, and journal your observations. When the time is right, release the butterflies to celebrate the lifecycle you witnessed. The included wind-up toy and 3D stickers add a playful touch to the experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What ages is this butterfly garden kit best for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Ideal for kids with adult supervision; great for families, homeschoolers, and classroom demonstrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are live caterpillars shipped to my location?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Caterpillars ship within the continental U.S.; release butterflies when outdoor temperatures are between 50–90°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Insect Lore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46525981065415,"sku":"B0DM2QFB37","price":63.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/2355\/7319\/files\/insect-lore-butterfly-garden-habitat.jpg?v=1778403219","url":"https:\/\/toyterrax.com\/products\/insect-lore-butterfly-garden-8-inch-habitat-gift-set-10-live-painted-lady-caterpillars","provider":"ToyTerrax","version":"1.0","type":"link"}