Worm and Caterpillar Are Friends
Graphic Nov.
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Chapter Book · Graphic novel · Ages 4–6 · 2023 · Est. 9 min read

Worm and Caterpillar Are Friends

Written & illustrated by Kaz Windness

Can friendship survive when one friend transforms completely?

4.4/5 Goodreads · 626 ratings
64 pages· 376 words· Est. 9 min read
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Worm and Caterpillar are inseparable, sharing everything in common. But when Caterpillar undergoes a mysterious transformation, returning as Butterfly, their friendship faces a new test. Can their bond withstand such a change, or will they drift apart? This charming tale explores the essence of true friendship and the challenges of embracing change. As Butterfly emerges, Worm must decide if their connection is strong enough to endure. Dive into this delightful story to discover if friendship can truly transcend appearances and transformations.

From the publisher

A Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book A Kirkus Reviews Best Graphic Novel & Comic A New York Public Library Best Book A Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book This heartwarming and affirming Level 1 Ready-to-Read Graphics book celebrates the beauty of true friendship! Worm and Caterpillar are friends–best friends. Worm loves how they are just alike, but Caterpillar has a feeling there is a big change coming. Then Caterpillar disappears for a while and comes back as Butterfly. Will Butterfly and Worm still be friends? Ready-to-Read Graphics books give readers the perfect introduction to the graphic novel format with easy-to-follow panels, speech bubbles with accessible vocabulary, and sequential storytelling that is spot-on for beginning readers. There’s even a how-to guide for reading graphic novels at the beginning of each book.

Awards

Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor (2024)Cybils Award (2023)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
64
Words
376
Reading age
4–6
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
~157L
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about changeBooks about caterpillarsBooks about wormsBooks about best friends
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
1.5
F&P level
~F
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
521563
Publication
Published
January 31, 2023
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9781665920018

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