Painted Lady Butterflies

The 2025 Butterfly Season Has Come to An End!

Thank You for Making Magic Happen!

To all the incredible schools, teachers, educators, parents, and grandparents who brought the wonder of butterflies into your classrooms and homes this season — thank you!

Your support helps spark curiosity, learning, and joy in young minds. Watching caterpillars transform into butterflies is always a magical moment — and we’re so grateful you chose to share that experience with Scholar’s Choice.  Don't forget to tag @scholarschoice on any social media posts!

Here’s to nurturing little learners and big imaginations — one butterfly at a time! 

With gratitude,
The Scholar’s Choice Team

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Available For Pre-Order, Instore and Online!

Last Day to Order: June 9, 2025 at 10 am EST          Shipments Commence: May 20, 2025 (in sequence)

***Note to Schools and Daycares***      

As of March 17th, 2025  we have met our quota for week 1 shipments.

As of April 4th, 2025  we have met our quota for week 2 shipments.

As of May 28th, we have met out quota for week 3 shipments.

For teachers and schools wishing to witness the metamorphosis from larva to butterfly before summer break, it is important to note that it can take up to 3 to 4 weeks.  Week 1 of shipping commences May 20th.  We are currently into butterfly sales for week 4 shipments commencing June 10th.

Regular  Price: 29.99   Member Price: 26.99

*Painted Lady Butterflies are not subject to additional discounts beyond Member Discounts and does not qualify for our shipping and return guarantees.

Each order consists of a cup of 3-5 caterpillars (larvae)  While we strive to provide you with the best possible experience in observing the butterfly life cycle, please note that nature can be unpredictable. Casualties may occur during the process, and we cannot guarantee that all caterpillars will complete the full life cycle. However, we are committed to supporting you in creating a meaningful and educational experience.

OPTION 1:

Ship Directly to Your Home or School

A $25 safe shipping fee will be applied to online butterfly orders.  Unfortunately, butterflies can not be shipped to remote locations,  PO Boxes, the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, or the United States. Standard free shipping rules DO NOT apply to butterflies.  Orders will start shipping on May 20th and delivered in sequence. You will be emailed when your butterflies are enroute.

For schools that wish to have their butterflies arrive before school ends, please include the word "SCHOOL" or "CHILDCARE" in the leave comment section at checkout.