“...This is an excellent wedding of evocative text and dreamy, misty art in a book as much about making memories as it is about the butterflies' flight.” ―Booklist

“...The text reads aloud smoothly, suiting this especially well for use with a group...Even collections with many monarch titles will want to add this one for its masterful evocation of a child's sense of wonder at the natural world.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“...Wu's double-page impressionist pastel drawings in smudged tones of vivid orange, yellow green, blue, and deep brown echo the dreamlike quality of the narrative...” ―School Library Journal

“...lovely book...” ―Oppenheim Toy Portfolio

“The world has many mysteries, and we don't solve them all when we turn into an adult. 'Butterfly Tree' is a picture book adventure from Sandra Markle, telling the story of Jilly and Mother as they go through the wilderness and together face the many mysteries of the world and find their own understanding. With a beautiful water-color style of art throughout, 'Butterfly Tree' is a fine read for any parent and child who share an interest in nature.” ―Midwest Book Review