If you’re looking for the best butterfly kit with live caterpillars and real educational value — look no further. At Whimsical Wings Farms, we don’t just raise butterflies. We raise awareness, inspire curiosity, and connect students to one of nature’s most incredible migrations.
Today, we’re excited to announce a new resource for teachers everywhere:
Our free, downloadable Monarch butterfly curriculum for Grades K–5 is now available!
Why Monarchs? Why Now?
Most classroom butterfly kits feature Painted Ladies — they’re easy to raise, but they don’t tell the full story. Monarchs are a native species that need our help. By choosing Monarchs, you’re giving students a real-life science lesson in conservation, pollinator ecology, and habitat protection.
Our curriculum is designed to pair perfectly with our butterfly kits for classrooms and includes everything you need to make your life cycle unit unforgettable.
What’s Included?
We’ve created two curriculum tracks:
Grades K–2 Curriculum
Engaging and age-appropriate, this early learning kit includes:
• A Monarch life cycle poster
• A fun coloring page
• An observation journal for tracking changes
• A creative writing prompt for release day
Each activity supports science exploration, storytelling, and hands-on observation — perfect for small groups or whole-class teaching.
Grades 3–5 Curriculum
This four-lesson pack dives deeper into biology, ecosystems, and migration:
• Lesson 1: Deep Dive into the Monarch Life Cycle
• Lesson 2: Monarchs & Milkweed: A Lifesaving Plant
• Lesson 3: Predators & Protection
• Lesson 4: Wings & Wishes: Monarch Migration and Release Day
It’s all aligned to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and designed to spark inquiry, reflection, and creative thinking.
The Best Butterfly Kit with Live Caterpillars — And Real Purpose
When you order from Whimsical Wings, you’re getting more than a kit. You’re joining a movement. Our USDA-certified Monarch butterfly kits for classrooms ship with live caterpillars, healthy milkweed plants, and clear instructions. Each one supports conservation and education — and now, comes with a matching classroom curriculum.
Ready to Switch from Painted Ladies to Monarchs?
We know it can feel intimidating to try something new. That’s why we’ve built these materials with teachers in mind. Our goal is to make the switch to Monarchs simple, meaningful, and fun. Visit our new Teacher’s Corner to download the free curriculum.
Let’s raise butterflies — and raise the next generation of conservationists.