Lakeshore Learning From Caterpillar to Butterfly Kit

Watch wonder unfold with the From Caterpillar to Butterfly Kit-a comprehensive storytelling and learning resource that follows the magical transformation of a caterpillar into a butterfly. This ready-to-use kit includes a large-format big book version of the beloved story, ideal for group reading and class discussion. Young learners will love retelling the life cycle using the included plush caterpillar and butterfly puppets, which provide a tactile, interactive component to story engagement. Ten activity cards extend the learning across subjects, inviting students to explore science, literacy, and creative expression. A helpful educator's guide offers structured, cross-curricular suggestions to maximise the educational value of the story. Conveniently packed in a plastic bag with handles, this kit is perfect for early years environments, supporting hands-on literacy, scientific inquiry and expressive storytelling all in one.

Educational Benefits:

• Teaches early biological science concepts like metamorphosis and life cycles.
• Enhances comprehension through story sequencing and retelling with puppets.
• Encourages oral language development and imaginative expression.
• Supports early literacy with a focus on key vocabulary and concepts.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use as a foundation for a unit on insects or life cycles in science.
• Invite students to perform the story using the puppets and their own narration.
• Incorporate into a classroom butterfly garden observation project.
• Ask students to draw and label each stage of the butterfly's life cycle after reading.

Information:

• Ages: Suitable for ages 3+
• Includes: Big book, caterpillar and butterfly puppets, 10 activity cards, educator guide
• Storage: Plastic carry bag with handles for ease of use and portability