the summertime at muddy spots which provide butterflies with the water and minerals they need.
you and your kids can provide a mud puddle for butterflies to gather in.
step 1: fill an old pie pan or other shallow pan nearly to the rim with plain dirt, which is rich in minerals.
step 2: add water to make soupy mud.
step 3: set your homemade mud puddle out where lots of flowers attract butterflies.
step 4: add enough water each day to keep the mud very wet. watch the puddle over several days. you may see butterflies landing on the mud for a drink.
the next butterfly activity will make your child the star of her 