The Lamb and The Butterfly Author:Arnold Sundgaard, Eric Carle (Illustrator) A lamb and a butterfly have a conversation during which the habits and behavioral traits of each creature are revealed. The lamb is bound to the earth and closely tied to its mother's side; the butterfly, on the other hand, is free of the pull of the earth and of maternal bonds. As the story progresses, comparisons can be made by readers abo... more »ut the way of life that each creature is destined to follow.« less