Do All Monarch Butterflies Migrate? With Kayla White - Episode 52

Nat Theo Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible

Monarch butterflies make an incredible migration journey. But do all monarchs take this long voyage? Monarch expert Kayla White joins us as we explore God’s design in these long-distance insects.

Here’s our trail map:

• Why Do Monarch Butterflies Migrate?
• How Do Monarch Butterflies Know When to Migrate?
• How Do Monarch Butterflies Find Their Way?
• Does Every Generation of Monarch Migrate?
• What Are 3 Ways We Can Follow God’s Plan On Life’s Journey?

Episode Links:

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Get full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://erynlynum.com/club

Watch a monarch emerging from its chrysalis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7Qh8PGdy64

Kayla White’s Books: https://lucytheladybug.com/ladybug-books-and-more/

Melody: A Monarch Miracle: https://lucytheladybug.com/product/melody-a-monarch-miracle/

Kayla White’s Blog (Monarch post) https://lucytheladybug.com/video-have-you-ever-seen-a-monarch-emerge/

Monarch Migration Coloring Sheet: https://erynlynum.com/monarch-butterflies-migrate/

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Explore Apologia’s curriculum and classes: https://www.apologia.com/

Order Eryn's book, Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615

Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:

“Let each generation tell its children of your mighty acts; let them proclaim your power.” Psalm 145:4 (NLT)

“Plans go wrong for lack of advice; many advisers bring success.” Proverbs 15:22 (NLT)

“Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path.” Psalm 119:105 (NLT)

“If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking.” James 1:5 (NLT)

“The Lord says, ‘I will make you wise and show you where to go. I will guide you and watch over you.’” Psalm 32:8 (NCV)

Terms Learned in This Episode:

Generation: All the people born at about the same time. Like layers of people born throughout history.

Diapause: When an insect goes dormant (stops growing or developing) to survive the cold. Similar to hibernation.

Circadian Clock: The system God designed in a body similar to an internal clock. It helps our bodies wake, rest, and function throughout day and night.

Imaginal Discs: A group of cells in a caterpillar that become the new parts of the butterfly.

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