Luna the monarch butterfly fluttered her wings for the first time. Emerging from her chrysalis, she was filled with excitement and a sense of purpose. Her first task was to find milkweed to gather strength for her migration. In the meadow, she met Rex, a crow with a keen eye for adventure. Rex shared stories of the vast world beyond, urging Luna to prepare for her journey.

Luna's New Beginning

Luna began her journey, flying gracefully over fields and towns. She soon met Theo, a little hummingbird, who offered her nectar from the flowers he loved. Theo's energy and speed inspired Luna to keep going, no matter what obstacles lay ahead. In another field, she found Nova, a wise moth who warned her of the dangers of pesticide-laden blooms. Luna felt grateful for her new friends, who shared wisdom at every turn.

Friends Along the Journey

One day, as Luna fluttered through a barren field, she came across Sage, an older monarch with faded wings. Sage spoke of days when meadows were full of milkweed and butterflies soared freely. He told Luna about the humans who planted gardens to help bring back the flowers needed to survive. Luna listened intently, realizing how important it was to share what she learned with others. She felt determined to make it to her destination, to find hope in this changing world.

Learning from the Past

As Luna neared the last sanctuary, she soared above a patch of milkweed planted by Felix, the dedicated farmer. The sight filled her with renewed hope, and she felt a call to settle there. But she knew spreading the message of conservation was just as important. Gathering her courage, Luna decided to continue her journey, inspiring others to follow and spreading seeds of change wherever she went. Her wings carried her forward with hope, leading the way for her fellow travelers.

A Choice for the Future

A vibrant orange and black monarch butterfly with delicate, newly-formed wings.

Luna

An older monarch with faded wings and a few tattered edges from years of migration.

Sage

A tiny, emerald-green hummingbird with iridescent feathers and a rapid, darting flight

Theo

A tall, thin milkweed plant with wilting leaves and a few remaining pinkish-purple blossoms.

Willow

A middle-aged farmer with sun-weathered skin, a straw hat, and dirt-streaked overalls.

Felix

A large, dark brown moth with feathery antennae and intricate, moon-like patterns on her wings.

Nova

A sleek, jet-black crow with sharp, beady eyes and glossy feathers.

Luna, a young monarch butterfly, emerges from her chrysalis with a single instinct: to follow the ancient path of migration. As she embarks on her journey across California, she encounters lush wildflower meadows, sprawling urban landscapes, and barren fields where milkweed once grew. Along the way, she meets other creatures—some struggling to survive in changing environments and others adapting in unexpected ways.

With each stop, Luna faces new challenges: dodging traffic, finding food in pesticide-laden fields, and braving unpredictable weather. She learns from an elder butterfly about the dwindling habitats and the humans trying to save them. As she nears her destination, Luna must make a choice—will she settle in the last remaining sanctuary, or will she fight to find a new path forward?

Told through the eyes of a fragile yet resilient monarch, Wings of Change is a heartfelt story about the impact of climate change and habitat destruction on one of nature’s most delicate travelers. With themes of perseverance, interconnectedness, and hope, this book invites readers to see the world from a butterfly’s perspective and inspires action to protect our shared home.