Age rating and parents' guide:The Hungry Butterfly
by Justa Mlyauki
Ages 4–7
The Hungry Butterfly by Justa Mlyauki is best for children aged 4–7. It has no violence, a few mildly scary moments, no romance and no bad language.
A hungry big red butterfly flutters across the garden searching for nectar, but every flower is already claimed by other butterflies! When she spots a blooming tree in the distance, she hopes her search is finally over. However, a swarm of protective bees tries to chase her away. By cleverly hiding among the leafy branches, she patiently waits for her chance to enjoy a sweet meal in peace.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- None
- Scary moments
- Mild
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on .
At a glance
- Picture book
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