The Ugly Caterpillar

Another Sommer-Time Story

by Carl Sommer, Greg Budwine (Illustrator)

When a tiny, yellow egg appears on the scene, three friends, Speckles the spider, Crumbs the cricket, and Annie the ant, aren’t sure what to think. But when Katy the caterpillar appears, Speckles and Crumbs think the caterpillar is much too ugly to be their friend. Only Annie the ant looks past the caterpillar’s funny shape and makes friends with Katy. As Katy the caterpillar begins her strange transformation into a beautiful butterfly, Annie is shocked and amazed. This educational and beautifully illustrated story shows the true meaning of beauty and friendship and the pitfalls of judging others by their appearances. Respect for Others / Kindness / Friendship

Genres: Childrens, Animals

48 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1997

Reviews

[Chelsea Emery · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a fantastic story about bullies and being kind! I would love to read this monthly to remind children how to act! It tells ideas in a nice way that children can really understand!

[Ibrieal · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is a spin off of the ugly duckling. I like the bright colors in this book and the story line. I feel students would enjoy having this book read to them.

[Lillie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Favorite part: "When her wings spreaded out ALL the way! They were so beautiful!"

[Hope L. Justice · Rating 2 out of 5]

I know I should be impressed with any book for children that takes on bullying, but honestly it was not very good. And the illustrations are horrible.

[Cws]

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