Caterpillar and Bean: A First Science Storybook by Hannah Tolson, Martin Jenkins
Published by Candlewick Press on April 2nd 2019
ISBN: 1536201707
Pages: 32
Format: Picture Book Nonfiction
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Presented as a “science storybook,” this is two stories in one. A bean seed, wedged in  a crack receives enough rain to swell and grow. Leaves shoot up and roots grow down- thus begins it growing process. When enough leaves are on the plant- a caterpillar egg is laid and a hungry caterpillar emerges- thus beginning its life journey.Side by side, these two, plant and insect, grow and fulfill their life cycles. Clear, simple text supported by large muted illustrations done in mixed media make this an excellent choice to introduce the life cycle concepts to young scientists. There is an author’s note about growing at the front of the book and directions in growing a bean plant found at the back of the book. Use this selection with Pre-K- Grade-2 students in units about growing things, plants, and the life cycle of a butterfly.

Submitted by Kathy George, Gray Public Library, Gray