The Caterpillar in Search of its Food (Curious Travellers Series)

written by Tülin Kozikoğlu & illustrated by Burcu Musselwhite

Curious travellers1In this colorful picture book, the story of a young caterpillar is told in rhyme. The caterpillar embarks on a long journey and on the way, it encounters a young girl named Ayşe and they become instant friends. Together they travel all around the world. Folded double pages open up giving us a large-scale view of the world hidden behind them.  The series introduces children different environmental settings and seasons. It also shows them the concept of a natural cycle of life to children: it handles the sensitive issue of death in a very compassionate way.

Hardback / 210 x 290 / 40 pages / Redhouse Publishing