Little Treasures Solar Powered Butterfly is Beautiful, Fun and Educational! The solar powered butterfly is so easy to understand that children of all ages will enjoy watching it! The butterfly can be operated by solar energy or batteries, allowing a child to compare and contrast the different results from different energy sources. The Little Treasures Solar Powered Butterfly is made of safe and non-toxic materials. Recommended for children who are eight years of age or older. Because it operates off of batteries as well as solar power, the butterfly can be enjoyed even on a dreary day!