Brain Games - Color by Number: Butterflies – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

Brain Games - Color by Number: Butterflies

Name: Screenwise
Author: Screenwise

book2020

82%

WISE Score

4.6

Amazon

A low-stress way to keep hands busy and brains quiet without a single charging cable in sight.

Brain Games - Color by Number: Butterflies

book

2020

82%

WISE Score

4.6

Amazon

A low-stress way to keep hands busy and brains quiet without a single charging cable in sight.

4.6

Jump to

Also rated on

4.6

View →

Where to Read

Amazon

Barnes & Noble

Libby

Our reviews and ratings are 100% unbiased, but as an Amazon Associate, Screenwise earns an affiliate fee if you buy a book or game by clicking one of our links. We don't get any credit if you just Google it instead :)

Screenwise Verdict

This is the analog equivalent of a 'satisfying' ASMR video. It’s not going to teach your kid advanced biology, but it will give them 45 minutes of quiet, screen-free focus.

The spiral binding is the real hero here—it’s built for actual use, not just to look good on a shelf. If you have a kid who gets overwhelmed by a blank page, the structure here is a gift. It’s basic, it’s butterflies, and it works exactly how you think it does. It's a dependable choice for car rides or winding down before bed.

Age Fit

Perfect for anyone from age 8 to 99. Younger kids might lack the precision for the smaller details, but adults often use these for their own stress relief.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

It is a calm, nature-focused activity that promotes patience and quiet focus. No hidden agendas or chaotic energy here.

Imaginative

By definition, color-by-number is prescriptive. It guides the hand rather than inviting raw creative exploration, though it does expose users to color palettes.

Safe

100

It is a physical book about butterflies. Zero safety concerns, no digital tracking, and no inappropriate content.

Enriching

Excellent for fine motor skills, color recognition, and mindfulness. It's a solid 'brain break' from high-stimulation digital media.

Parent Info

✓

Why It Might Be Great

Spiral binding means it actually stays flat on the table, which is a massive win for lefties and kids alike.
Perforated pages make it easy to display the 'masterpiece' without ruining the rest of the book.
The color keys are right on the page, so you aren't constantly flipping to the back to remember what number 4 is.
It provides a structured 'win' for kids who get intimidated by a blank drawing page.

⚠

What to Watch For

Some of the coloring sections are quite small, which might frustrate kids with developing fine motor skills.
It’s strictly follow-the-rules coloring; creative 'rebels' might find the numbers more annoying than helpful.

Conversation Starters

"Does focusing on these little boxes actually make you feel calmer?"
"Which of these butterfly patterns looks like something you'd see in our backyard?"
"If you could ignore the numbers and pick your own colors, how would this butterfly change?"
"Is it more fun to follow a pattern or make it up as you go?"

Ask Anything

Get a personalized guide on any topic